Measure 118: Defeat The Costly Tax on Sales
The Effects of Measure 118 to the Construction Industry: Defeat The Costly Tax on Sales A group of California pro-tax activists are promoting a drastic $6.8 billion dollar tax increase
Resource Type: Industry Issues
Washington Contractors: Beware of Scammers Posing as L&I, Demanding Money
Information provided by the Washington State Department of Labor & Industries Construction contractors are reporting that scammers falsely claiming to be from L&I are demanding they pay money over the
Safe-in-Sound Award 2024 Call for Nominations
Are you or someone you know passionate about preserving worker hearing? Do you understand how important hearing is to workers and their families and how devastating it can be to
2024 Oregon Legislative Session Recap
In the brisk, month long 2024 Oregon Legislative Short Session, the legislature was focused primarily on issues around housing and Ballot Measure 110. The legislature was successful in passing legislation
Deep Dive into Asbestos Awareness Training
by Andrew Johnson,CSP, CHST, CRIS, AGC Safety Management Consulatant The presence of asbestos in older buildings and materials poses a significant health risk to workers across various industries. Asbestos, known
You Can Save A Life!
The Alliance for Naloxone Safety in the Workplace (ANSW) has been created and led by industry professionals and provides employers with information, policy, and training to successfully implement a Naloxone
AGC Members Receive Access to Youturn Health’s Program at a Discounted Rate
Toughness is valued in the construction industry, but stigma, shame, and fear prevent employees from getting the support they need for behavioral health and substance use issues. AGC of America
Prepare for a Federal Government Shutdown
AGC of America provides resources for federal, transportation, and utility contractors to review and consider as the federal government appears likely to shut down on Oct. 1. With Congress unlikely
SAIF Declares $135 Million Dividend
This is the 14th consecutive year Oregon businesses will receive a dividend from SAIF. September 6, 2023 The SAIF board of directors declared a $135 million dividend for its policyholders.
AGC’s 2023 Oregon Legislative Report Available Now
The 2023 Oregon Legislative Session marked a partial return to normal, as committee rooms reopened and in-person meetings resumed following several years of virtual meetings and exclusion from the building