The construction industry is no stranger to challenges, but the recent surge in tariffs on essential building materials—such as steel, aluminum, and lumber—has introduced a
The following information is from AGC of America: On September 30th the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) released an Interim Final Rule (IFR) on the
AGC breaks down what a government shutdown means for construction companies Share On October 1, the federal government officially shut down as Congress and the
The federal government has shut down as current funding expired. See this document from AGC of America, What Contractors Need to Know During a Shutdown.
AGC’s Executive Committee travelled to Washington DC last week for the National and Chapter Leadership Conference and to visit with the Washington State Congressional delegation
The Washington State Department of Labor and Industries (L&I) announced a proposed average rate increase of 4.9% in workers’-compensation rates for 2026. For construction, the average is
AGC has protested the signing of an executive order mandating the use of Project Labor Agreement’s on state-funded projects over $35 million. This will impact WSDOT
AGC’s BUILD PAC has endorsed Rep. Amy Walen (D) for the 48th District State Senate seat. This is one of the few special elections this
AGC and WSDOT are pleased to announce that nominations are now open for the 2025 Partnership for Excellence in Contract Administration Awards. This annual program
Many bills that passed during the 2025 legislative session went into effect on Sunday, July 27, and will impact the construction industry. Interested Parties’