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Utah Recognizes Tall Mass Timber

by Joanna Masterson | Apr 1, 2019
Legislation | Markets

Following passage in the Utah House of Representatives and Senate in February, Gov. Gary Herbert (R) signed legislation (H.B. 142) requiring the state’s Uniform Building Code Commission to recommend building standards that include the use of mass timber in residential and commercial building construction.

Construction Industry Continues to See Benefits of Tax Reform

by Peter Comstock | Mar 27, 2019
Legal and Regulatory | Legislation | Taxes

While divided government and an impending presidential election year typically heighten the battle over ideas and new legislative proposals, it is critical for the construction industry to continue pushing for fairer and simpler tax policies.

DOL Issues Overtime Proposal

by Joanna Masterson | Mar 19, 2019
Law | Legal and Regulatory | Legislation

The U.S. Department of Labor is seeking to raise the current minimum salary for exemption from $455 per week ($23,660 annualized) to $679 per week ($35,308 annualized).

How the Construction Industry Can Take Advantage of Opportunity Zones

by Dominick Sekich | Mar 11, 2019
Business | Business Development | Legislation

The Opportunity Zone program creates opportunities and potential challenges for members of the construction industry. Contractors and design professionals are strongly advised to think about the impacts of the program if they participate in projects subject to the program’s rules.

Passage of Criminal Justice Reform Opens Up Opportunities for Construction Skills Training

by Drew Schneider | Mar 7, 2019
Legal and Regulatory | Legislation | Policy

The FIRST STEP Act empowers those committed to reforming their lives with opportunities to learn the hard and soft skills to land jobs and thrive when re-entering society.

How the USERRA Can Impact Construction Contractors

USERRA is a federal statute that prohibits discrimination by employers against employees and potential employees based on their military service. Additionally, it places specific obligations on employers that may have employees who are returning to work after a period of military service. Here's what contractors need to know.

Executive Order Strengthens ‘Buy American’ Preferences

by Joanna Masterson | Feb 13, 2019
Legal and Regulatory | Legislation

In a follow-up to a 2017 executive order, President Trump is expanding the administration’s preferences for American products in federal procurement and federal financial assistance awards on critical infrastructure projects.

New Jersey Imposes New Apprenticeship Training Requirements

by Joanna Masterson | Feb 6, 2019
Legal and Regulatory | Legislation

The New Jersey Senate and Assembly approved a bill (A-3666) that requires construction businesses to certify participation in a U.S. Department of Labor-approved apprenticeship program in order to obtain or renew a public works contractor registration certificate.

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Utah Recognizes Tall Mass Timber

Construction Industry Continues to See Benefits of Tax Reform

DOL Issues Overtime Proposal

How the Construction Industry Can Take Advantage of Opportunity Zones

Passage of Criminal Justice Reform Opens Up Opportunities for Construction Skills Training

How the USERRA Can Impact Construction Contractors

Executive Order Strengthens ‘Buy American’ Preferences

New Jersey Imposes New Apprenticeship Training Requirements

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