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
Self-employed individuals with no other employees can now join an AHP along with their families.
Industry Anticipates Brett Kavanaugh’s Supreme Court Confirmation
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
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
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.
Perkins Act Updated for First Time in 12 Years
Congress passed a bipartisan reauthorization of the Carl D. Perkins Career and Technical Education Act, one of the key federal programs that supports vocational education programs.
Michigan Creates Infrastructure Councils
Gov. Rick Snyder signed legislation creating the Michigan Infrastructure Council (HB 5335) and the Water Infrastructure Council (HB 5406) to manage the state’s transportation assets, private utilities, and drinking water, wastewater and stormwater systems.
Implications of the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act on Construction Contractors
The tax reform measure that closed out 2017 resulted in the most comprehensive update to the Internal Revenue Code in more than 30 years. Here's an overview of the tax incentives impacting construction businesses.











