Number: 94-908 Title: Davis-Bacon: The Act and the Literature Authors: William G. Whittaker, Domestic Social Policy Division Abstract: The Davis-Bacon Act of 1931, as amended, requires that contractors, engaging in certain federal contract construction, pay workers on such projects not less than the locally prevailing wage for comparable work. In addition, such contractors are required to file payroll reports and to meet other administrative and labor standards requirements. Included in this report is a bibliography of published materials dealing with the Davis-Bacon Act and related issues. Pages: 36 Date: November 13, 2007