It was such a pleasure to have Todd Young at Associated Builders & Contractors of Indiana/Kentucky ABC Indiana & Kentucky

constructionexec.com/abcs/july-augu… "Now that this critical legislation has been signed, the construction industry can look forward to the administration building on this momentum by enacting additional reforms to reduce regulatory burdens on businesses. Smart, targeted regulatory relief

bit.ly/3K1DhU2 "ABC is pleased to see that the DOL appears to be moving forward in its effort to revisit the independent contractor rule as it indicated to the court it would,” Kristin Swearingen, vice president of government affairs for Associated Builders and

news.bloomberglaw.com/bloomberg-gove… “Employer advocates are already opposing the bill. Associated Builders and Contractors said it removes the rights of employers and unions to negotiate over their own terms and imposes “unrealistic, arbitrary” deadlines on the process. “The parties, not

city-journal.org/article/biden-… “The Biden administration had mixed feelings, at best, about many transportation projects—but was eager to use their funding to empower unions and expand a growing array of equity programs. The day Biden signed the law, he issued an executive order

linkedin.com/posts/abckeyst… ABC Keystone President-CEO, Dave Sload, had the honor of presenting the prestigious Eagle Award to Congressman Lloyd Smucker. The award recognizes Congressman Smucker’s outstanding legislative record in support of merit shop principles and small

x.com/RepFedorchak/s… Congresswoman Julie Fedorchak with ABC of MN/ND Member RJ Zavoral & Sons at the Fargo-Moorhead Area Diversion Project talking the importance of no tax on overtime - an important part of the working families tax cut package. #ABCMeritShopProud

x.com/OhioABC/status… "ABC of Ohio, in partnership with Ohio Valley ABC and Ferguson Construction, was delighted to host Legislators and government representatives for a tour of the nearly completed $20 million expansion of the Upper Valley Career Center in Piqua, Ohio." "This

constructiondive.com/news/governmen… “Any government shutdown creates uncertainty … including potential delays in federal infrastructure projects,” Kristen Swearingen, ABC vice president of government affairs, told Construction Dive. “ABC urges Congress and the president to find a better

“They can quickly become masters of the trade of installing that work, having opportunities to get a lot of on-the-job and practical training where they become masters, so we can get apprentices up to journey level and specific tasks.” cnbc.com/2025/09/30/ai-… #ABCMeritShopProud

x.com/ConstructionMa… "Nearly 95% of construction firms in the U.S. struggle to fill open positions, even as the industry will need to bring in almost 500,000 new employees by 2026. With worker shortages, many projects face delays and increased pressure on existing crews. At

enr.com/articles/61450… Kristen Swearingen, vice president of government affairs at the Associated Builders and Contractors, called for Congress and the president to keep the government open. “Any government shutdown creates uncertainty for ABC contractors throughout the

linkedin.com/posts/senatork… “Excessive rules are holding back apprenticeships and limiting opportunities for PA workers. My Apprenticeship Ratio Standards bill creates fair, industry-based ratios for all programs — helping small businesses train more workers safely and

linkedin.com/posts/abc-ohio… “Congressman Jim Jordan receives his 10th consecutive ABC Eagle Award with another 100% merit shop voting record!” #ABCMeritShopProud ABC of Ohio

“ABC urges the Senate to act swiftly to pass the clean continuing resolution to extend funding, ensuring the government reopens and critical work can resume to support our economy, small businesses and national security.” ow.ly/zZh950X6mep #ABCMeritShopProud

🚨 ABC National is urging the U.S. Senate to take immediate action to end the government shutdown by passing a clean continuing resolution: the Continuing Appropriations and Extensions Act, 2026.  ➡️Learn more:  f.mtr.cool/ubsyjiziuw

buffalonews.com/opinion/articl… "Lawmakers should support Congressman Nick Langworthy’s Infrastructure Expansion Act – a critical piece of legislation to preempt New York’s Scaffold Law on federally funded projects. It’s a step in the right direction that would also apply pressure in

dailycaller.com/2025/10/15/opi… "Pennsylvania’s hardworking tradesmen and women—carpenters, plumbers, heavy equipment operators—aren’t asking for handouts. They just want a fair shot at the American Dream. However, Gov. Josh Shapiro’s administration is slamming the door on nearly 90% of

Check out a new video on the state of U.S. drone policy, including government action that may spur domestic drone manufacturing and limit the import and use of Chinese-made drones. #ABCMeritShopProud youtube.com/watch?v=xtQcvO…

We’re #ABCMeritShopProud of longtime member Scotty’s Contracting & Stone for meeting with Rep. Brett Guthrie to showcase how construction is creating jobs across Kentucky. Thank you for being a lifelong merit shop champion! 👏 Rep. Brett Guthrie