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NLRB Proposes Revision to Joint Employer Standard

by Joanna Masterson | Oct 9, 2018
Law | Legal and Regulatory | Legislation

The National Labor Relations Board is reviewing public comments submitted on a proposed standard that aims to foster predictability, consistency and stability for determining joint employer liability under the National Labor Relations Act.

Don’t Put Construction Industry Growth in Jeopardy This November

by Peter Comstock | Sep 27, 2018
Economy | Legal and Regulatory | Legislation | Total Human Health

During the past two years, the United States has seen real economic growth within the construction industry—tied, at least in part, to regulatory policies that have helped businesses grow and create jobs for hardworking Americans.

Countering Illegal Immigration: Taking Aim at Employers With Form I-9

by Matthew A. Bowles, Gregory A. Hearing | Sep 14, 2018
Law | Legal and Regulatory | Legislation

Construction industry employers must take Form I-9 seriously to avoid being ICE’s next target. Make sure employees are authorized to work in the U.S. and ensure proper Form I-9 compliance.

Sacramento Passes Local Hiring Ordinance

by Nick Steingart | Sep 7, 2018
Law | Legal and Regulatory | Legislation

The Sacramento City Council voted 7-2 to approve the Local Hire and Community Workforce Training Program, which requires contractors working on city projects exceeding $1 million to allocate 50 percent of their total workforce hours to area residents.

Rule Governing Association Health Plans Takes Effect

by Joanna Masterson | Aug 30, 2018
Legal and Regulatory | Legislation

Self-employed individuals with no other employees can now join an AHP along with their families.

Industry Anticipates Brett Kavanaugh’s Supreme Court Confirmation

by Peter Comstock | Aug 30, 2018
Legal and Regulatory | Legislation

Considering his concise rulings and effective interpretation of the laws, Associated Builders and Contractors supports Judge Kavanaugh’s candidacy and continues to monitor the progression of his nomination.

Medical Marijuana in the Workplace

by Gregory A. Hearing, Matthew A. Bowles | Aug 17, 2018
Human Resources | Legal and Regulatory | Legislation | Wellness

With 29 states allowing medical marijuana use, employers may be left dazed and confused as to how medical marijuana will impact the rights of employers and employees.

N.J. Governor Signs Bill Expanding P3s

by Nick Steingart | Aug 16, 2018
Legal and Regulatory | Legislation

Government entities in New Jersey that enter into public-private partnerships to help finance public construction projects are now required to utilize a project labor agreement (PLA) and pay state prevailing wages.

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NLRB Proposes Revision to Joint Employer Standard

Don’t Put Construction Industry Growth in Jeopardy This November

Countering Illegal Immigration: Taking Aim at Employers With Form I-9

Sacramento Passes Local Hiring Ordinance

Rule Governing Association Health Plans Takes Effect

Industry Anticipates Brett Kavanaugh’s Supreme Court Confirmation

Medical Marijuana in the Workplace

N.J. Governor Signs Bill Expanding P3s

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