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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.

Court Upholds Repeal of Michigan Prevailing Wage Law

by Joanna Masterson | Mar 5, 2019
Law | Legal and Regulatory

The Michigan Court of Claims upheld a 2018 decision by the Michigan Legislature to repeal the state’s prevailing wage law, dismissing claims by the union-led group Protecting Michigan Workers.

Code Changes Pave Way for CLT in Tall Buildings and Spark Flammability Debate

by Sam Barnes | Mar 5, 2019
Legal and Regulatory | Regulations

New codes, which will be included in the 2021 IBC, create three types of mass timber construction and set fire safety requirements and allowable heights.

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.

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How the Construction Industry Can Take Advantage of Opportunity Zones

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

Court Upholds Repeal of Michigan Prevailing Wage Law

Code Changes Pave Way for CLT in Tall Buildings and Spark Flammability Debate

How the USERRA Can Impact Construction Contractors

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