Current Campaigns
The Wisconsin Responsible Contracting Coalition is an independent watchdog organization that shines a light on bad-faith contractors who exploit and traffic workers across Wisconsin job sites. Through strategic advocacy, investigative research, and targeted campaigns, we safeguard worker rights and promote fair contracting standards throughout the state.
Worker exploitation in Wisconsin's construction industry affects over 15,000 workers and costs taxpayers more than $200 million annually. These campaigns represent our active efforts to create accountability.
Stevens Construction Is Cutting Corners, Putting Wisconsin Workers at Risk
Stevens Construction has hired out-of-state contractors without workers' compensation insurance for the taxpayer-subsidized Mill on Main project in downtown Oshkosh.
Out-Of-State Workers Hired for Local Madison Hotel Construction
The Defoor Hospitality Group has bypassed Madison's skilled workforce, hiring out-of-state workers for a renovation project at the Marriott on John Nolen Drive.
Madison College Uses Out-Of-State Workers to Build Child Care Center
Despite promoting apprenticeship programs, Madison College is using out-of-state, untrained workers to build a child care facility on campus.
Holding Veolia Accountable in Managing the Milwaukee Metropolitan Sewerage District
Veolia, the private company that manages the Milwaukee Metropolitan Sewerage District (MMSD), is under public scrutiny following accusations of mismanagement and water quality issues.
Holding Milwaukee County Accountable for Hiring a Paint Contractor from Outside the County
Milwaukee County has hired Johnson Painting and Interior Designs for a three year contract for various painting projects around the county, including the airport. Johnson Painting and Interior Designs is not based in Milwaukee County and does not carry Wisconsin Workers Compensation insurance.