On Wednesday, February 7, the Congressional Budget Office (CBO) released its annual long-term budget outlook, painting a sobering picture of the country’s long-term fiscal outlook, which includes the highest federal debt level ever recorded in American history.

The AGC-supported Tax Relief for American Families and Workers Act would provide tax relief for contractors.

On Wednesday, January 31, the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee advanced several pieces of AGC-supported legislation aimed at providing greater certainty for construction companies engaged in water projects held up by the Clean Water Act permitting process.

On January 30, the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) Council proposed a rule that would require significant changes to pay transparency and applicant hiring to federal prime contractors and its subcontractors.

On February 1, AGC and other stakeholders urged the Senate and House of Representatives Committees on Small Business to prioritize legislation that strengthens and closes loopholes in the Regulatory Flexibility Act (RFA).

Register today for this complimentary webinar for AGC members to hear from leading federal procurement attorney, Scott Walters of Smith, Currie & Hancock LLP, who will discuss the history of project labor agreements (PLAs) on federal construction projects, the new PLA Mandate, and more.

On January 25, 2024, the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) announced $4.9 billion for 37 projects through the National Infrastructure Project Assistance (Mega) and the Infrastructure for Rebuilding America (INFRA) grant programs.

AGC discusses solutions to the challenges facing our nation’s infrastructure and how the Corps can further implement its Construction Partnering Playbook. 

AGC discusses the current and future role for the federal construction agency and provides guidance on improving GSA construction processes and partnering.

The 2024 Transportation Research Board (TRB) Annual Meeting’s plenary session highlighted efforts from across the construction industry to promote healthy mental well-being in the workforce.