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Welcome to Associated Builders and Contractors of Empire State

We are the Empire State Chapter of Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC), a leading national construction association dedicated to supporting merit shop contractors. With over 400 members across New York State, our chapter operates from our central office in East Syracuse, as well as branch offices in Buffalo, Rochester, Albany, New York City, and Long Island. We help our members develop people, win work and deliver work safely, ethically and profitably for the betterment of the communities in which they work.

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ABC Membership

Membership is available to general contractors, subcontractors, associates, and suppliers.
Founded on the merit shop philosophy, Associated Builders and Contractors helps its members develop people, win work, and deliver that work safely, ethically, and profitably for the betterment of the communities in which ABC and its members work. From best-in-class safety programs to discounts with leading vendors, ABC has the solutions for merit-shop companies nationwide.

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Multiple Employer Apprenticeship Program

With apprenticeship requirements on the rise for both public and private work, ABCā€™s Empire State Chapter is proud to offer a nine-trade, NYSDOL-approved program.

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Professional Services Committee

This valuable, member-created resource hosts meetings and informational webinars while also acting as a referral service that links contractors with professionals in a number of industries to aid with critical issues.

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Custom Training

Customized training means ABC will develop an accredited training program and tailor it to exactly meet any members current needs. Ā Our education team will meet, one-on-one, with you and your leadership team to understand and evaluate your professional culture and training needs.

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Political Advocacy

The Chapterā€™s dedicated government affairs team advocates for and against a multitude of legislative policies ā€“ at the local, state, and federal levels ā€“ for the benefit of merit shop contractors throughout New York State.

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STEP Program

ABCā€™s STEP Safety Management System provides contractors and suppliers with aĀ robust, no-cost frameworkĀ for measuring safety data and benchmarking with peers in the industry.

The self-assessment tool helps participants identify real opportunities for scalable growth in their safety programs to lower their total recordable incident rates.

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New Yorkā€™s Affordability Crisis: How Construction Costs Are Driving Families Out

February 27, 2025

A recent New York Times report paints a grim picture of New York City’s deepening affordability crisis. While the report focuses on NYC, the reality is that these struggles extend far beyond the five boroughs. The findings are alarming: a family of four renting in the city must earn at least $47,190 to stay above…

Economic Development Testimony to NYS Joint Legislative Hearing

February 26, 2025

ABC Empire First, I want to thank Senator Ryan and Assemblymember Stirpe, the honorable chairs of the economic development committees in both houses, for the opportunity to testify today. I represent the Associated Builders & Contractors, Empire State Chapter (ABC), a construction trade association representing over 450 open-shop contractors who employ tens of thousands of…

Mandated Project Labor Agreements Will Cripple Long Island School Constructionā€”And Taxpayers Will Pay the Price

February 19, 2025

The recently proposed legislation mandating Project Labor Agreements (PLAs) on Long Island school construction projects is a direct threat to the local economy, workforce, and taxpayers. If enacted, these mandates will push already high construction costs even higher, delay critical school upgrades, and sideline the majority of skilled local workers. Long Island school projects would…

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