AGC CEO Stephen Sandherr discussed the challenges facing the next Transportation secretary on the National Journal Expert Blog.
December 22, 2008
Two charges against providing economic stimulus through infrastructure spending are that it leads to little employment, and that the money flows too slowly to help during a downturn. Recent estimates from the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers show the job… Read More December 22, 2008
AGC launched a new national effort to ensure that Congress and the President-elect understand the vital need for investing in all components of infrastructure as part of the pending stimulus package. The centerpiece of this effort is, frankly, you. As you will see from the advertisement below, AGC… Read More December 22, 2008
The last few months have been tough, and I want you to know that AGC of America, our Chapters and our dedicated staff across the country are working to ensure that the voices of our contractors are heard. We are following every avenue and taking every opportunity to push for the kind of new… Read More December 22, 2008
AGC of America is pleased to announce that AGC of Alaska was part of a coalition that received a 2008 Construction Users Roundtable Workforce Development Award at the CURT national convention, held recently in Palm Springs, California.
The Alaska Chapter was a founder and driving force behind the… Read More December 22, 2008
AGC released estimates on Tuesday of the impact of construction investment on jobs, gross domestic product (GDP) and personal earnings for the U.S. and each state (www.agc.org/stimulus). The estimates show that $1 billion of infrastructure spending supports $3.4 billion of GDP, $1.1 billion of… Read More December 19, 2008
AGC issued a statement Thursday urging rapid federal stimulus investments in infrastructure in light of California's decision to cut billions in loans for vital infrastructure projects.
December 19, 2008
On October 29, 2008, The U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) issued its final rule revising the federal regulations (29 CFR part 29) that implement the National Apprenticeship Act. The first overhaul of the regulations in 30 years substantially changes both how an apprentice can become a journeyworker… Read More December 19, 2008
The California Air Resources Board (CARB) has asked the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to approve the state's recently adopted off-road engine emission standards that will force construction companies in California to retrofit or replace almost all of their heavy construction equipment… Read More December 18, 2008
If you plan to attend the AGC Building Contractors Conference, now is the time to register and book your hotel reservation. The last day to receive the Special Hotel Rate has been extended to December 26...as long as rooms last. The AGC Building Contractors Conference will be held on January 7-10… Read More December 18, 2008
