The Associated General Contractors of America released today a new, first-of-its-kind, decarbonization playbook designed to help firms assess, track and reduce greenhouse gas emissions for the projects they build. The new resource, titled The AGC Playbook on Decarbonization and Carbon… Read More
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A Kentucky federal court—in line with AGC litigation support—agrees with an earlier Texas court ruling striking down a FHWA regulation that would have diverted federal-aid highway construction funding to more non-construction uses, like the purchase of buses, Amtrak cars, and EV charging stations… Read More
April 4, 2024
AGC-backed federal Clean Water Act permit streamlining package benefiting many construction projects passes the House, but faces resistance from the White House and Senate that are focused on limiting permitting reforms to just clean energy projects.
On March 21, the House of Representatives … Read More
April 4, 2024
A Texas federal court strikes down a FHWA regulation—in line with AGC litigation support—that would have diverted federal-aid highway construction funding to more non-construction uses, like the purchase of buses, Amtrak cars, and EV charging stations.
On March 27, a federal judge in Texas, … Read More
April 4, 2024
New President Thomas Brown, Vice President Rick Andritsch and National Treasurer Ken Kubacki will serve with Todd to Lead the Nationwide Construction Association’s Board of Directors … Read More
April 4, 2024
The legacy of James L. Allhands, a pioneer in the construction industry and a founding member of the Associated General Contractors (AGC), continues to inspire and shape the future of construction education through the James L. Allhands Essay Competition. Established in his honor, this esteemed… Read More
April 4, 2024
Are you a student or professional passionate about technical skills and seeking support to kickstart your career in construction? The AGC Education and Research Foundation is here to empower your journey with our Workforce Development Scholarship. Here's your chance to seize a $1,000 (renewable for… Read More
April 3, 2024
The AGC Education and Research Foundation is proud to announce the establishment of the Bowen Prize for Great Builders. Established by Robert “Bob” Bowen, this new $1M endowed Prize was announced during last month’s CCC Gala to benefit the AGC Education and Research Foundation during the Annual… Read More
April 3, 2024
Construction employment rose in 227, or 63 percent, of 358 metro areas between February 2023 and February 2024, according to an analysis by the Associated General Contractors of America of new government employment data. Association officials noted that the widespread increase in employment… Read More
April 3, 2024
On April 1, the Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA) published its Worker Walkaround Representative Designation Process final rule that made significant changes to its existing regulation regarding individuals that can serve as the authorized employee representative during the… Read More
April 2, 2024
Excavation projects are critical for the development and construction of utility systems, such as drinking and wastewater pipes, traditional and renewable energy sources, and broadband internet. Safety protocols must be adhered to throughout the entire construction process to reduce damages. These… Read More
April 2, 2024