State-by-State Analysis: Prompt Payment Acts and Lien Waivers in Private Construction

This survey identifies state laws and regulations relating to protections and obligations of owners under the prompt payment acts (PPAs) for private construction contracts in the 50 states and the District of Columbia.

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