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The purpose of the ABC Member Satisfaction Survey is to revalidate ABC National's most highly valued benefits (workforce development, business development/networking, political advocacy) and to provide valuable insight and data that TEXO can use to make informed decisions at the chapter level.
 
This survey contains 21 questions and will only take 5-10 minutes of your time. It will close at EOD next Monday, June 26. We greatly appreciate your time and input!
The producer price index for final-demand goods in construction fell 1.6% in May, with energy prices leading the way with a 6.8% decline, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. Downtrends have been noted in lumber, structural metal and plastic, although cement, concrete and plumbing fixtures are expected to see price increases. - Dodge Data & Analytics
Texas has several new laws that could have a big impact on construction, a massive industry that contributes $101 billion to the state’s gross domestic product, according to Associated General Contractors of America. Five relevant bills were just signed into law in the legislature’s most recent session.
 
Read on about five new laws and their implications for construction, plus other key bills that are dead for now but could be revived in the future. - Construction Dive
   
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What's Happening at TEXOWhat's Happening at TEXO
Know when to hold 'em, know when to fold 'em and know when to secure your spot at our third annual Poker Night! This year, the event is NOT part of our Challenge Cup series – it's just for fun and networking with your industry peers. So register today to save your seat at the table and get your poker face ready!
 
WHEN: Thursday, June 22 | 6-10:30 p.m.
WHERE: Humphrey & Associates Training Facility | 1501 Luna Rd, Carrollton, TX 75006
Learn how the latest technology is giving field managers more insights than ever about trade activity and productivity. Find out how top local GCs are using Genda to see who's on site, where they are and what they are doing - even from trailers blocks away. Using apps, smart site technology, and workflow automation, field teams are getting real time updates on the mostly costly aspects of their projects - and using that data to manage trades with less conflict and more accuracy than ever.
 
WHEN: Thursday, June 29 | 11:00 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
WHERE: TEXO Dallas Conference Center | 11111 N Stemmons Fwy, Dallas, TX 75229
Advance your career and earn continuing education credits. All courses feature a live instruction via Zoom and are available in a variety of days and time blocks to accommodate your learning schedule. Ideal for construction professionals looking to learn without the hassle of traveling. 
 
When registering for any of the classes below, be sure to list TEXO as who referred you to the program!

Construction Supervision Fundamentals (CSF) | June 5-20 | CLICK HERE TO REGISTER
Building Information Modeling (BIM) | June 12-23 | CLICK HERE TO REGISTER
Lean Construction Education Program | July 10-26 | CLICK HERE TO REGISTER
Project Manager Development Program (PMDP) | July 12-28 | CLICK HERE TO REGISTER
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Member Discount ProgramsMember Discount Programs
AGC's membership discount programs provide members access to high-quality services, cutting-edge technology and top-of-the-line products. From discounts on vehicles to office supplies to cloud-based construction management solutions, AGC has partnered with some of the best to give you the most for your money and improve your daily business operations.
Don't miss out on all the discounts that ABC National offers to you as a member of TEXO! ABC Members received more than $35 million in savings in 2019.
   
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