Which federal law establishes overtime standards for federal construction contracts?

The Contract Work Hours and Safety Standards Act is the federal law that specifically addresses overtime standards for construction contracts funded by the federal government. This act requires that workers on federal contracts are paid at least one and a half times their regular rates for hours worked beyond 40 in a workweek.

This law was enacted to ensure that employees are compensated fairly for overtime work and to promote safety in working conditions. It applies to both construction and non-construction contracts, but it is particularly significant in the construction industry where overtime can often lead to labor disputes or unsafe practices due to fatigue.

The other options listed do not primarily focus on federal construction contracts. The Occupational Safety and Health Act deals mainly with workplace health and safety standards, while the Fair Labor Standards Act addresses minimum wage and overtime requirements broadly across various industries, but it does not specifically target federal construction contracts like the Contract Work Hours and Safety Standards Act does. Lastly, the National Labor Relations Act pertains to labor relations and collective bargaining rather than specific overtime or pay standards.