Additional Washington State Paid Sick Leave Information
A representative from L&I came to AGC on February 15 and outlined the details of the Washington State Paid Sick Leave Law that went into effect January 1, 2018. NOTE:
Category: Business and Tax Policies
2018 Oregon Legislative Session Wrap-Up
Printable Version Session Summary In the late afternoon of Saturday, March 3, the 2018 Oregon Legislative Session adjourned after 28 days. Once again, the session did not adhere to what
DJC Op-Ed: Another business day, another government mandate
By: Mike Salsgiver Executive Director, AGC Oregon-Columbia Chapter This article was published by the DJC on February 20 in Buildlings Bridges and Roads and can be viewed here (subscription required).
Construction Prices Up; Margins Tighter
The price of new nonresidential buildings accelerated in October as contractors attempted to recoup fast-rising costs for materials and labor, according to an analysis by the Associated General Contractors of
Changes to Rental Tax on Heavy Equipment Starting January 1, 2019
In 2018, the Oregon Legislature passed HB 4139 to reform taxation of heavy rental equipment. Heavy equipment providers will now be exempt from paying property tax on rental fleets (subject
Four Reasons to Attend the AGC Annual Business Meeting (ABM)
The AGC Oregon-Columbia Chapter’s 2019 Annual Business Meeting (ABM) is just around the corner. Next week, to be exact, on January 25 at the DoubleTree by Hilton Portland Hotel. As
AGC Urges You to Vote Yes on 104
One of the most important votes you can make is in support of Measure 104. What is the problem that must be solved? Oregon’s State Legislature has successfully worked around
DJC Op-Ed: Measure 104 would realign Oregon government with constitution
By: Mike Salsgiver Executive Director, AGC Oregon-Columbia Chapter This article was published by the DJC on October 16 in Buildings Bridges and Roads and can be viewed here (subscription required).
Federal Tax Reform Webinar: Monday, November 20
Tax reform legislation is moving quickly in both the US House and Senate, with the House of Representatives preparing to pass it’s legislation today. The situation remains fluid. AGC wants
DJC OP-ED: Making the most of a trip to Washington, D.C.
Mike Salsgiver Executive Director, AGC Oregon-Columbia Chapter This article was published by the DJC on October 17, 2017 and can be viewed here. Each fall, Associated General Contractors Oregon-Columbia chapter