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Built to Flex: More Research on the Benefits of Multiskilled Construction Workers

New research from the Simplar Foundation sheds light on the productivity gains of multiskilled construction crews—and how these workers could be just the solution the industry needs as it combats an ongoing labor shortage.

The Affordability Test: Top Concerns Approaching Midterm Election

As the 2026 midterms approach, voters’ concerns about costs are reshaping congressional races and putting tax and data center policy in the spotlight.

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Fight for Your Right: Effects of FAR Final Rule on Construction

Competition on federal construction projects continues to get tighter due to a recent Federal Acquisition Regulation final rule.

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Beyond Recruiting: Rethinking the Workforce Shortage

Solving construction’s workforce shortage requires a new approach to developing the next generation of craft professionals—and a new partnership between ABC and Meta aims to make that happen.

Arbitration Nation: Opposing the FLCA

Proposed legislation would let federally appointed arbitrators impose binding private-sector labor contracts if unions and employers fail to reach agreement within accelerated timelines.

Happy Birthday, America!

by Michael D. Bellaman | Jun 18, 2026
CEO Insights | ABCs | Department

After a lifetime of traveling and working around the world, I have come to appreciate more deeply the freedoms, opportunities and values that make the United States exceptional—and why we should never take them for granted.

Data Center Debate: The Effect of the Ratepayer Protection Pledge

AI demand is fueling a surge in data center construction—and attracting growing scrutiny from lawmakers over power, costs and labor policy.

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Wiring the AI Economy: Construction Spending on Data Centers

Explosive growth in data center construction is straining labor markets, reshaping policy debates and accelerating technology adoption across the construction industry.

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Arbitration Nation: Opposing the FLCA

Happy Birthday, America!

Data Center Debate: The Effect of the Ratepayer Protection Pledge

Wiring the AI Economy: Construction Spending on Data Centers

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