For Immediate Release Contact: Erika Walter, ABC | ewalter@abc.org ABC: The Faster Labor Contracts Act Is Not a Pro-Worker Policy WASHINGTON, March 4—Associated Builders and Contractors today released the following statement responding to Sens. Josh Hawley, R-Mo., and Cory Booker, D-N.J., on their introduction of the Faster Labor Contracts Act,…
LAS VEGAS, Feb. 28 — Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC) Heart of America announces that two Kansas City-area apprentices have been recognized as national champions at the 2025 National Craft Championships (NCC), held during ABC Convention 2025 in Las Vegas. Ethan James Anderson, an apprentice with KC One Service Co.,…
The Case for a Drug and Alcohol-Free Workplace in Construction Safety is the cornerstone of every successful construction project. A single lapse in judgment, slow reaction times, or impaired coordination can lead to serious injuries or even fatalities. Unfortunately, substance abuse—whether due to alcohol, illegal drugs, or even legal substances…
ABC: Department of Defense Eliminates Biden’s Controversial Project Labor Agreement Mandate Policy WASHINGTON, Feb. 11—Associated Builders and Contractors celebrated a Feb. 7 decision by the U.S. Department of Defense, released to the public today, that will restore merit-based competition for taxpayer-funded construction projects procured by military agencies. “The DoD’s new policy…
Employee Well-Being: The Key to a Positive Business Outlook In today’s dynamic business environment, organizations are rapidly discovering that employee well-being is more than just a buzz phrase—it is a critical driver of business success. When companies prioritize the emotional, social, physical, spiritual, financial, intellectual, occupation, mental, and environmental health…
OSHA Finalizes Rule on Proper Fit Requirements for Personal Protective Equipment in Construction The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) recently finalized a new rule to enhance safety in the construction industry by ensuring that personal protective equipment (PPE) fits all workers properly. Effective January 13, 2025, this rule updates…
A Victory for Apprenticeships in Construction If you’ve ever wondered who’s building the next bridge, school, or hospital in your community, the answer is clear: skilled workers. However, with the construction industry facing a critical workforce shortage, training the next generation of craft professionals has never been more urgent. That’s…
What Contractors Need to Know: Missouri Proposition A Missouri Mandates Paid Sick Leave In November 2024, Missouri voters passed Proposition A, which requires implementation of paid sick leave requirements effective on May 1, 2025 and an increase in minimum wage effective January 1, 2025. Proposition A applies to most private…
Press Release FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Associated Builders & Contractors, Inc., Heart of America Chapter Announces Excellence in Construction Award Winners November 7, 2024 – Associated Builders & Contractors, Inc., Heart of America Chapter has announced the winners of their 2024 Excellence in Construction Awards program at the annual awards banquet held…
ABC Celebrates Major Victory Against NLRB's Joint Employer Rule In a resounding triumph for the construction industry and for our members in Kansas and Missouri, the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) has officially withdrawn its appeal of a court decision against the 2023 Joint Employer final rule. This marks a…
