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The Associated General Contractors organization is actively defending construction industry interests through litigation and legal advocacy in fall 2026. AGC's court efforts focus on protecting contractor rights and addressing regulatory challenges that impact construction operations.
Labor Secretary Keith Sonderling has renewed the charter for OSHA's National Advisory Committee on Occupational Safety and Health for another two years. The 12-member committee, established under the 1970 Occupational Safety and Health Act, continues to advise and make recommendations on workplace safety and health matters.
The 2026 election will shape regulatory policies, tax incentives, and infrastructure spending that directly impact contractor costs and project pipelines. Contractors should monitor candidates' positions on labor regulations, environmental standards, and public works funding to prepare for potential business shifts.
JCB has promoted George Bamford, the founder's grandson, to co-chairman as the equipment maker expands production capacity in North America and Europe. Bamford will work alongside his father, Lord Bamford, as the family-owned company continues its leadership transition.
BuiltWorlds has announced nominations for its 2027 Mavericks awards, continuing a nine-year tradition that started in 2018 with recognition of industry leaders and innovators. The evolution of who gets recognized as a maverick over the past decade reflects broader shifts in what the construction and built environment industry values and prioritizes.
OSHA is distributing $10.2 million in grants to fund safety training programs focused on construction hazards. The funding supports training initiatives designed to reduce workplace injuries and fatalities in the construction industry.
A Department of Labor investigation found that OSHA may have conducted up to 481 inspections that violated Congressional funding provisions, though OSHA disputes the findings. The disagreement centers on whether OSHA properly followed rules set by Congress when allocating inspection resources.
OSHA is launching a new alliance focused on preventing serious injuries and fatalities in the workplace. The initiative aims to bring together industry partners to develop and implement safety strategies that protect workers on job sites.
The Senate unanimously passed bipartisan legislation to improve mental health support for pilots and air traffic controllers, recognizing the critical need for mental wellness in safety-sensitive roles. The Mental Health in Aviation Act would establish new resources and reduce stigma around mental health treatment for aviation workers.
OSHA has released new guidance to help construction companies recognize and respond to opioid overdoses at job sites. The guidance covers prevention strategies, emergency response procedures, and resources for supporting workers struggling with opioid use disorder.
Wildfire smoke exposure can cause serious respiratory symptoms including wheezing, difficulty breathing, asthma attacks, and shortness of breath that require immediate medical attention. Construction workers in affected areas like Washington State should seek emergency care if they experience these symptoms while on job sites.
Two major equipment dealer associations, AED and NAAED, are merging to create a combined organization representing over 4,500 members across agriculture and construction sectors. The unified association aims to strengthen collective advocacy efforts with policymakers and manufacturers.
Internship programs offer a practical way to address workforce shortages in architecture, engineering, and construction, but they need careful planning to be effective. Companies should design these programs with clear objectives to develop the next generation of skilled construction professionals.
Eli Lilly and Purdue University will present research on how manufacturing workers perceive and interact with robots on the production floor. The findings aim to improve human-robot collaboration in industrial settings.
The construction industry added 11,000 jobs in September, with data center projects driving much of the growth. Year-over-year employment is up 109,000 jobs, representing a 1.3% increase across the sector.
Bernie Sanders and Mark Takano have reintroduced federal legislation to reduce the standard workweek from 40 to 32 hours by amending the Fair Labor Standards Act. The bills (S. 5384 and H.R. 10323) would establish a new baseline for full-time work in construction and other industries.
Subcontractors waste time managing bid opportunities scattered across multiple platforms, emails, and phone calls instead of focusing on winning work. A centralized online bid board can streamline opportunity tracking and help subs respond faster to more bidding chances.
Construction companies need to adapt recruiting tactics to attract women to jobsites, where they bring valuable new skills and fresh perspectives to the industry. Creating a workplace where women can thrive requires intentional strategies for both attracting and retaining female talent.