Terms used in this chapter shall be construed as follows: (a) 'Designers' means any person, firm, or corporation duly authorized pursuant to the laws of this state to engage in the practice of architecture and/or engineering within this state. (b) 'Public works contract' means a contract to perform design or planning services by a designer with the state, any agency, or governmental subdivisions thereof. (c) 'Retained earnings' means any money or earned estimates withheld from a designer pursuant to the terms of a public works contract. History of Section.P.L. 1991, ch. 161, § 1.
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