Navigating Tariff Relief for U.S. Contractors
The United States Trade Representative (USTR), under Section 301 of the Trade Act of 1974, is authorized to act against foreign countries that engage in
Understanding and Operationalizing Mandatory, Permissive and Illegal Subjects of Bargaining
Overview During contract negotiations, contractors know that wages and benefits will always be front and center. But, what about other subjects, such as travel time,
Corporate Transparency Act (Updated): US Companies Exempt from BOI Reporting Requirements
UPDATE: On March 21, 2025, the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) issued an interim final rule exempting U.S.-based companies and individuals from the Corporate Transparency
Ladder Safety Resources for Signatory Contractors
Falls from ladders remain a leading cause of injuries in construction. Both the U.S. (through OSHA) and Canada (through provincial/territorial OHS regulations) require employers to
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Member Discount on Red Wing Footwear
Click here for information on FCA Members’ discount with Red Wing Shoes. Boots and protective footwear aren’t optional in the construction industry, and thanks to
Federal and State Construction Contractors Face Uncertainty After New Executive Order on DEI and Affirmative Action
On Jan. 21, President Trump signed the “Ending Illegal Discrimination and Restoring Merit-Based Opportunity” Executive Order (EO), which significantly impacts federal contractors by: Requiring certification that
A Checklist for Signatory Contractors’ Bargaining Efforts
FCA Legal counsel developed a CBA negotiation checklist for signatory contractors with suggested steps that help lead to a successful negotiation. Click here to download
Electoral College 101 – Explaining America’s Presidential Voting System
The process of choosing America’s president has remained virtually unchanged since its inception at the Constitutional Convention in Philadelphia in 1787. At the end of
Fire Safety Essentials Every Contractor Should Know
Given the materials and supplies used in construction, job sites can be prone to fire hazards. Having a plan to prevent and address fires can