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ACTION ALERT!!! - Act Now to Protect Fair Change Order Payments on Public Works — Support SB 33
SB 33 (Cortese) preserves a proven, fair, and efficient claims-resolution process for public works projects by eliminating the January 1, 2027 sunset in Public Contract Code § 9204.
For nearly a decade, this framework has helped reduce litigation, avoid costly project delays, and improve overall project delivery for public agencies, taxpayers, and contractors alike.
Without action these protections will expire, creating uncertainty and increasing the likelihood of disputes escalating into litigation.
Why SB 33 Matters:
SB 33 maintains key provisions that have brought structure and fairness to the change order process on public works projects, including:
- Contractor-Initiated Claims: Allows contractors to initiate the payment process for work performed outside the original contract scope
- Timely Owner Review: Requires public agencies to review and respond to claims within defined timeframes
- Prompt Payment Protections: Preserves the owner’s right to dispute claims, while requiring payment of any undisputed amounts consistent with California prompt payment laws
- Structured Dispute Resolution: Requires a meet-and-confer process followed by nonbinding mediation before litigation—encouraging early, cost-effective resolution
SB 33 extends state policy that reduces litigation, minimizes project delays, and promotes greater financial fairness and predictability across California’s public works construction sector.
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