Government Relations

AGC is the leading advocate for the construction industry at the federal, state and local levels, and is committed to improving the image of the industry.

Improve your business opportunities by expanding and improving public- and private-sector construction markets

Reduce costs, delays and inefficiencies from excessive government regulation

Improve your firm's profitability by promoting fair tax treatment of our industry

Improve the supply of motivated workers

Develop public support for infrastructure funding and public appreciation for the industry’s role in building communities

Provide a strong voice on industry issues without the cost that would be prohibitively expensive for individual companies

Improve industry image and awareness, and promote the skills, integrity and responsibility of AGC-member companies

Federal, state and local government lobbying through professional staff in Washington, D.C., Olympia, Seattle, Fife, Yakima and Bellingham
Established relationships with contracting agencies and owner-education programs
Consistent representation on numerous boards and commissions affecting the construction industry
Coalitions with a broad range of partners to leverage strength on key issues
Media relations and advertising programs that promote the construction industry and the skill, integrity and responsibility of AGC members
A code of ethics for members
Award programs that promote outstanding achievement in construction excellence, safety, environmental awareness, diversity and community
Community-service activities and grassroots involvement
State-of-the-art, effective best-management practices to achieve environmental compliance on jobsites