Prepare for Shutdown
AGC of America provides resources for federal, transportation, and utility contractors to review and consider as the federal government appears likely to shut down on October 1.
Read moreFAA Shutdown?
Without an extension of the current Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) authorization set to expire on September 30, airport construction projects could face delays.
Read moreNew H-2B Proposal
H-2B visa seasonal workers would be granted greater protections and flexibility in the duration of their visas under a new DHS proposed rule.
Read moreNew Work Zone Safety Rule?
On September 20, 2023, the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) released a proposal to further address mobility impacts near work zones and manage work zone safety near roads.
Read moreOSHA Awards AGC of America
On September 19, OSHA awarded AGC of America a $160,000 grant to provide fall prevention/protection training to approximately 500 employers and workers in the construction industry.
Read moreNational VMT Pilot Moves Forward
FHWA is finally moving forward with the national vehicle miles traveled (VMT) pilot required by the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA).
Read moreNew EV User Fee Legislation
Sen. Deb Fischer (R-NE) introduces AGC-backed legislation that would apply a federal user fee to electric vehicles (EVs)—in the form of a one-time tax on batteries used in EVs at the manufacturer—and apply the revenue to the highway trust fund.
Read moreAGC at GSA’s Reverse Industry Day
AGC and member companies, Clark Construction, Hensel Phelps, and Parsons Corp. spoke to GSA’s regional and national directors from the Office of Project Delivery and Regional Design & Construction.
Read moreBiden Speeds Up & Expands Work Authorization
DHS redesignates Temporary Protected Status for Venezuelans and extends TPS to others not enrolled, thereby increasing the number of work eligible immigrants.
Read moreLabor Mandates on Private Construction?
Get the latest developments on the Inflation Reduction Act, including new proposals governing prevailing wage and apprenticeship mandates on private construction tax credits.
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