Understanding the Impacts of the Affordable Care Act
Join us for the informative session Health Care Reform & Employer Strategies on June 6 James L. Watson, director of sales at Regence, will present an overview of the impacts
Category: Statewide Issues
Low Carbon Fuel Standards Bill Heard in Oregon Senate
On Monday, March 18 the Oregon Senate Environment and Public Works Committee held hearings on Senate Bill 488. The bill would remove a sunset provision that would end the state’s
Construction Industry Celebrates 40 Years of Regulatory Success
Today at the state capitol building, the construction industry came together to celebrate 40 years of regulatory success in the state of Oregon. In 1973, Senate Bill 73 was signed
New ODOT Safety Video Available
The Oregon Department of Transportation’s Photo/Video Services Unit produced a new safety training video sponsored by the Employee Safety Unit about a near miss incident. “It Can Be a Dangerous
AGC Takes Part in “Safety Break for Oregon”
AGC Oregon-Columbia Chapter and its employees recognized the importance of safety and health in the workplace during today’s statewide Safety Break for Oregon celebration. To celebrate the annual Safety Break,
Oregon Transportation Safety Awareness Month
Bicycles, Pedestrians, Motorcycles, Work Zones, and More Are Involved “Safety” is something everyone wants, but actions often tell a different story. Throughout the month of May, there will be plenty
ODOT State Radio Project Bid Packages
ODOT State Radio Project rolls out strategy offering $8.9 million for peak season work The Oregon Department of Transportation’s State Radio Project kicks off its busiest construction season with a
AGC Updates Core Policy Positions
Today, AGC’s Board of Directors voted to formalize two updated Core Policy Positions regarding career technical education and the use of alternative contracting methods. On Wednesday April 2, the Legislative
What Does “Safe” Mean in a Work Zone?
This is the second in a series of articles on work zone safety provided by the Oregon Department of Transportation. Stay tuned for additional articles. When you ask an engineer,
AGC Awards Over $192,000 in Workforce Grants
The Associated General Contractors Oregon-Columbia Chapter recognizes the critical need to increase and maintain a pipeline of skilled tradespeople and professionals to ensure well trained construction workforce for the future.