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EEOC Issues Recommendations to Combat Harassment in Construction
The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) recently released “Promising Practices for Preventing Harassment in the Construction Industry,” a document that highlights recommendations that the EEOC would like industry leaders to consider to combat harassment in construction.
Construction Staff Wages Reported to Rise by 4.38% for 2024
According to the latest Contractor Compensation Quarterly (CCQ) published by PAS, Inc., contractors are projecting 2024 construction staff wages to increase an average of 4.38%, as reported by over 360 companies in the 42st edition of the Construction / Construction Management Staff Salary Survey. Typically, projected increases are .3% to .5% higher by year end, so there is a good chance that pay will hit 4.7% or more this year.
AGC Secures Nationwide Injunction Against Overreaching Provisions of Davis-Bacon Rule
The Associated General Contractors of America (AGC) celebrates a significant legal victory in its ongoing efforts to protect members from overreaching federal regulations. On June 24, 2024, the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Texas in Lubbock granted AGC’s motion for a nationwide preliminary injunction, temporarily blocking AGC-challenged provisions to a rule issued by the U.S.
Announcing the 2024 Diversity & Inclusion Assessment: A Critical Tool for Progress and Celebration
We are excited to announce the opening of the 2024 Diversity & Inclusion (D&I) Assessment, a resource designed exclusively for construction firms. This tool empowers companies to establish a baseline, measure progress, and celebrate successes in their D&I programs, policies, and practices.
Federal Judge Issues Nationwide Injunction Against Department of Labor’s Overreaching Davis-Bacon Rule
Associated General Contractors of America Argues New Rule Exceeds Statutory Authority Under the Davis-Bacon Act, Court Agrees
Congress Seeks to Block White House Environmental Rule
The rule adds requirements to an already complicated permitting process and ignores permitting reforms previously passed by Congress.
A Quick Update on AGC's Litigation Efforts
AGC has notched some big wins in the courts in the last year and hopes to carry that momentum with litigation to protect construction companies.
Chapter Highlight: Adopt-a-Beach Cleanup with Chicagoland AGC
Chicagoland AGC’s CLC hosted a beach cleanup on Thursday, May 23rd as part of the Alliance for the Great Lakes’ Adopt-a-Beach program. The group’s young professionals gathered on the shores of Lake Michigan at Chicago’s iconic Oak Street Beach where they collected 306 pounds of litter in 40 trash bags.