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On August 22, 2024, the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) officially filed a notice of its intent to appeal the nationwide preliminary injunction blocking AGC-challenged provisions of the DOL’s regulatory expansion of Davis Bacon coverage. Pending any further action in court, the nationwide injunction remains in place. AGC originally filed a narrowly tailored lawsuit in federal court against the U.S. Department of Labor, challenging the agency’s unlawful expansion of Davis Bacon coverage to truck drivers and to material suppliers owned and operated by general contractors or subcontractors. The association’s lawsuit also challenged the retroactive imposition of Davis-Bacon requirements where they applied but owners neglected to…
On September 23, 2024, AGC of America filed an amicus brief with the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit arguing against the adoption of a lower pleading standard for lawsuits claiming breach of fiduciary duty by trustees of employee benefit plans. The Signatory Wall and Ceiling Contractors Alliance (SWACCA) joined AGC on the brief. The case, Johnson et al. v. Carpenters of Western Washington Board of Trustees, et al., was brought by participants in two multiemployer retirement plans, the Carpenters Individual Account Pension Plan of Western Washington and the Carpenters Retirement Plan of Western Washington. They claim that the plans’ board of…
We are excited to announce a major upgrade to how you access AGC information. We are transitioning from our old news site to a brand-new, all-encompassing online platform at news.agc.org. This site will serve as a one-stop shop for everything AGC: breaking news, Constructor Magazine articles, ConstructorCast episodes, and AGC video content—all in one place! This change is designed with you in mind. The new site will feature a clean, modern design and enhanced navigation, allowing you to quickly find the information you need. Please note that this new site will be exclusive to AGC members. Simply log in using your existing credentials…
Construction employment increased in 39 states in August from a year earlier, while 27 states and the District of Columbia added construction jobs between July and August, according to a new analysis of federal employment data released by the Associated General Contractors of America today. Association officials said that tight labor market conditions are making it hard for firms to find enough workers to hire. “Construction employment keeps growing in most states despite month-to-month fluctuations,” said Ken Simonson, the association’s chief economist. “But contractors everywhere are reporting difficulty filling a wide variety of positions.” He noted that 94 percent of contractors reported…
AGC of Illinois participated in a roundtable with members of Congress focused on various workforce issues, including apprenticeships and career and technical education, the impact of the 2017 Tax Cuts and Jobs Act on companies’ abilities to invest in their workforce, and more. Earlier this year, the House Committee on Ways and Means created 10 “tax teams” to focus on different aspects of the tax code and how it affects businesses, individuals, and families. One of the teams, called “American Workforce” is focused on workforce development and how the tax code can encourage it. The team is chaired by Representative Darin LaHood…
AGC remains actively involved in litigation against OSHA’s Worker Walkaround Representative Designation Process final rule (walkaround rule), which allows an unlimited number of non-employee third-party representatives, including activists or even competitors, to access employer worksites during OSHA inspections. AGC remains actively involved in litigation against OSHA’s Worker Walkaround Representative Designation Process final rule (walkaround rule), which allows an unlimited number of non-employee third-party representatives, including activists or even competitors, to access employer worksites during OSHA inspections. After joining the U.S. Chamber-led lawsuit in March 2024, AGC filed a legal brief asking the court to declare the rule unlawful, vacate it, and prevent its enforcement. AGC also presented evidence of…
Join AGC’s Surety Bonding and Construction Risk Management Conference this coming January 27-29 for an unparalleled opportunity to strengthen your team’s risk management strategies. Registration is Now Open Join AGC’s Surety Bonding and Construction Risk Management Conference this coming January 27-29 for an unparalleled opportunity to strengthen your team’s risk management strategies. Access insights from top industry leaders, explore cutting-edge topics, and connect with professionals shaping the future of construction. Each year, this event sells out! Secure your spot and register today.
Subcontractor defaults pose an urgent and significant risk to the construction industry, with potentially far-reaching consequences. The 2024 AGC/FMI Study revealed that 70% of survey respondents reported an increase in subcontractor distress or defaults compared to the previous year, and nearly half of respondents reported project disruptions due to subcontractor defaults. This underscores the pressing need for effective risk management strategies. To help manage these risks effectively, ConsensusDocs has created a Prequalification and Subcontractor Default Prevention Resource Center, which is available here. The resource center provides ConsensusDocs sample standard prequalification statements for subcontractors, constructors/general contractors, design-builders, and design professionals. A wealth of valuable resources, including financial guidelines, articles,…
Each year, AGC recognizes outstanding companies and professionals in the industry for their passion and commitment to safety through the: Don’t miss this opportunity to nominate your organization and/or an outstanding professional for one of these prestigious awards! For more information, contact Nazia Shah at nazia.shah@agc.org. For a complete list of AGC’s awards programs, visit http://www.agc.org/awards.
AGC is excited to announce that Speaker Mike Johnson has agreed to speak to AGC Leadership later this month. Every year AGC holds the National Chapter Leadership Conference in Washington D.C. The event is designed for Chapter Presidents, Vice Presidents and Chapter Executives, to provide AGC chapter leaders a forum to network, discuss challenges and share real solutions with other chapter officers. AGC chapter leadership will have the opportunity to hear from Speaker Johnson about what lies ahead on the legislative agenda for the rest of the year, and what to expect in a new Congress. Participants will also have the opportunity…