Tell Congress to Oppose Unfair Union Organizing Bill
Jeopardizes Long-Standing Employee and Employer Rights
Construction Employment Rises by 5,000 Jobs in November and 282,000 for the Year; Hourly Pay Jumps 3.7 Percent, Unemployment Rate Falls to 3.9 Percent
Construction employment increased by 5,000 jobs in November and by 282,000 jobs over the past year while the industry’s average pay continued increases and unemployment decreased to a historic low, according to an analysis of new government data by the Associated General Contractors of America. Association officials called on public officials to enhance career training and education and employment-based immigration reform to ensure an adequate supply of qualified workers.