Spare me the fake outrage about Senate Bill 1370. Claims like those made in “No kings? CT Democrats might want to look in the mirror” wrongly cast doubt on legislation that creates quality jobs for Connecticut’s working families.

Let’s be clear: SB 1370 didn’t create a loophole, it closed one. For years companies have dodged fair wage standards by shifting construction work to nearby “off-site” locations. Working families were getting hung to dry because of a stupid technicality. 

With SB 1370, common-sense finally prevails. Skilled workers will get paid fairly, and public dollars will support quality local jobs. This bill went through a transparent, public process, with a hearing, a committee vote and broad support that earned its place in the budget. Our lawmakers and the governor were absolutely right to get it done.

Paul Massimo lives in Wolcott.