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2024 Election Guide
Welcome to our comprehensive guide on the 2024 election results, explicitly tailored for ABC members. This guide provides insights into the key races that will impact our industry. As we navigate the post-election environment, this resource aims to equip you with the information needed to stay informed. Federal Election Results ABC’s National PAC and the Free…
Read MoreConstruction Materials Prices Increase in July for First Time Since April
Construction Materials Prices Increase in July for First Time Since April Construction input prices increased 0.4% in July compared to the previous month, according to an Associated Builders and Contractors analysis of U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Producer Price Index data released today. Nonresidential construction input prices also increased 0.4% for the month. Overall construction…
Read MoreEmbracing Workplace Safety: The Importance of OSHA’s Safe + Sound Week
Embracing Workplace Safety: The Importance of OSHA’s Safe + Sound Week Every August, organizations across the United States come together to celebrate OSHA’s Safe + Sound Week, a nationwide event dedicated to recognizing the successes of workplace health and safety programs. This initiative not only highlights the importance of keeping America’s workers safe but also…
Read MoreNew York’s Renewable Energy Goals: A Challenge of Cost & Policy
New York’s Renewable Energy Goals: A Challenge of Cost & Policy New York State has been at the forefront of renewable energy initiatives, setting ambitious goals to transition to cleaner energy sources by 2030. However, a recent audit from the New York State Comptroller’s office has delivered a sobering assessment: the state is not on…
Read MoreLetter: Biden’s union-only approach is costly to Buffalo taxpayers
Letter: Biden’s union-only approach is costly to Buffalo taxpayers Recently, White House senior adviser Thomas Perez touted federal investments in multiple infrastructure projects in Buffalo. But these projects will bear an unfair and unnecessary high price tag, due to President Joe Biden’s divisive, union-only agenda that raises costs on construction projects funded by taxpayers while shutting out…
Read MoreAn ABC Member’s Guide to The 2024 New York State Legislative Session
An ABC Member’s Guide to the 2024 New York State Legislative Session The 2024 New York Legislative Session has officially ended. In total, the Senate and Assembly passed 1,679 and 960 bills, respectively; 805 of these bills have passed both houses and will await action by the Governor over the next several months. While the…
Read MoreConstruction Job Openings Decrease By 8,000 in April, Fall to Lowest Level Since March 2023
Construction Job Openings Decrease By 8,000 in April, Fall to Lowest Level Since March 2023 The construction industry had 338,000 job openings on the last day of April, according to an Associated Builders and Contractors analysis of data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics’ Job Openings and Labor Turnover Survey. JOLTS defines a job…
Read MoreLed by Energy, Construction Materials Prices Surge in April
Led by Energy, Construction Materials Prices Surge in April Construction input prices increased 0.5% in April compared to the previous month, according to an Associated Builders and Contractors analysis of U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Producer Price Index data released today. Nonresidential construction input prices increased 0.6% for the month. Overall construction input prices are…
Read MoreNational Safety Week 2024
National Safety Week 2024 Every day, ABC members prioritize safety on job sites. We understand that safety requires innovation, skill, talent, and a proven strategy to create industry-leading programs. Top-performing ABC members actively build health and safety into their culture, fueling the power and purpose in their people to deliver for their clients. Since it’s National…
Read MorePoughkeepsie’s Housing Fiasco
Poughkeepsie’s Housing Fiasco A recent study in Poughkeepsie confirmed that they are experiencing the same thing happening across New York State: a significant housing crisis. With a vacancy rate of under 4%, it’s correct to call this situation a housing emergency; a healthy city has a vacancy rate of around 10%, and anything less than 4%…
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