Davis-Bacon Act: Federal law that requires paying prevailing wages on federally funded construction projects
Contract Work Hours and Safety Standards Act: Federal law governing overtime pay and safety standards in federal construction contracts
Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA): Federal law establishing minimum wage, overtime pay, and youth employment standards
Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA): Federal law ensuring safe and healthful working conditions in construction sites
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA): Federal law requiring accessible design and construction in public accommodations
State Contractor Licensing Laws: State-specific requirements for contractor licensing, certification, and registration
Construction Lien Laws: State-specific laws governing mechanics liens and material supplier rights
State Building Codes: State-specific construction and safety standards for building projects
State Workers' Compensation Laws: State-specific requirements for workplace injury insurance and compensation
Municipal Building Codes: Local construction standards and requirements specific to cities or counties
Local Permit Requirements: City or county-specific permits and inspection processes for construction
Zoning Regulations: Local laws governing land use and construction type in specific areas
AIA Contract Standards: Industry-standard construction contract documents from the American Institute of Architects
CSI Standards: Construction Specifications Institute standards for organizing construction documentation
International Building Code (IBC): Model building code adopted by many jurisdictions in the United States
Insurance Requirements: Mandatory insurance coverage including general liability, workers' compensation, and builder's risk
EPA Regulations: Environmental Protection Agency requirements for construction impact and materials
Clean Air Act: Federal law regulating air emissions and environmental protection during construction
Clean Water Act: Federal law governing water pollution control and stormwater management in construction
Prompt Payment Acts: State-specific laws governing timing of payments in construction contracts
Miller Act: Federal law requiring performance and payment bonds on federal construction projects
Little Miller Acts: State versions of the federal Miller Act for state public works projects
