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Education/Training
September 26: LEAN UNIT 6: Lean Design and Pre-Construction October 3-4: Project Manager Development Program: Module 3 October 13: Texas Sales and Use Taxes for Contractors October 20: Texas Lien Laws Safety
September 26-28: OSHA 3115: Fall Protection September 29: AGC Houston Safety Committee Meeting October 9-12: OSHA 510: Occupational Safety & Health Standards for Construction
October 10-12: OSHA 2264: Permit-Required Confined Space Entry October 10-13: ATP 191: Safety and Health Authorized Trainer October 16-19:OSHA 501: Trainer Course in OSHA Standards for Gen Industry To download a registration form for all classes, click HERE.
AGC News
On Tuesday, September 19, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration issued a memorandum (attached) to OSHA Regional Administrators announcing how the Agency will handle enforcement of the new silica standard for the construction industry, which takes effect on September 23, 2017.
Ken Simonson, Chief Economist for the Associated General Contractors of America, said many states were struggling financially. Illinois, for example, briefly suspended work on 900 projects in early July during a standoff over the state's budget.
'It's always easier to defer new construction than to stop paying people who are on the payroll or the welfare rolls," he said. "A lot of states are under real stress."
Construction Official Says Congressman Faso’s Bill Will Also Lower Costs of Federally-Funded Projects in New York By Preempting State’s Unique and Dated Absolute Liability Standard.
Stephen E. Sandherr, CEO of AGC Of America released the following statement in reaction to Congressman John Faso’s introduction of legislation to preempt New York state’s so-called Scaffold Law on federally funded projects:
Hurricane Harvey Related News
In the wake of Hurricane Harvey, AGC of America has set up a call for funds through its AGC Charities, Inc., which will be dispersed to AGC chapter members (companies and their employees) who were directly impacted by Hurricane Harvey.
AGC Houston encourages all members of the commercial construction industry to aid with disaster relief by donating to AGC Charities, Inc. To apply for financial relief, please visit http://agccharities.org/assistance-programs/ for more details.
Our thoughts and prayers are with everyone who is dealing with the impact of this unprecedented natural disaster and its aftermath. As members of the greater Houston community, we stand united and are Houston Strong!
For Post-Harvey Hurricane Resources, please click here.
 Hurricane Harvey created record flooding over a heavily populated area; huge amounts of housing will need to be rebuilt, replaced or relocated. But, so far, there have been few reports of lasting damage to production capacity or infrastructure. AGC of America released a report on the toll it the flooding has taken on the commercial construction industry. The Comptroller’s office has compiled information for taxpayers affected by the storm, including details on:
• How to request an extension of filing tax returns;
• The temporary waiver of state and local hotel tax for disaster victims and relief workers; and
• Certain sales tax exemptions available as a result of a declared natural disaster.
For more information, please visit the Declared Natural Disasters and Emergencies Tax Help webpage.
Events
 Thursday, October 20, 201711:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.
AGC Houston
Make Your AGC Membership Work for You! We encourage all members to attend the Member Orientation to learn about the many benefits AGC offers and how to get more involved with the chapter! You'll hear from AGC Houston staff, active members and company representatives about the many benefits AGC offers.
 Be part of the only tech conference designed for the Houston Commercial Construction industry! Contact Charlene Anthony for Exhibitor, Sponsorship and Attendee information.
Visit www.agctechconference.com
Member News
In her new role, Claudia will take on more responsibilities such as job site inspections and audits, consulting on policies and procedures, and assisting with accident investigations. She is a graduate of Leadership AGC. News you can Use
Strong winds from Hurricane Irma have damaged several construction cranes in South Florida. Miami officials had warned residents that construction cranes could collapse during the storm.
Contractors in Louisiana are worried that the hurricanes in Houston and Florida could have a significant impact on the construction labor market in a region still working to bounce back from the 2016 floods. According to Ken Simonson, Associated General Contractors of America chief economist, said enough work exists in Louisiana, meaning there is "little incentive" for workers to leave the state.
Construction of commercial buildings declined 2.4% in July, according to the U.S. Census Bureau, extending a decline that has lasted much of this year. GDP growth has maintained momentum, according to NAREIT economist Calvin Schnure, which is likely to result in a favorable balance of supply and demand in the months ahead. 
Membership Benefits
Join the largest 401(k) plan in the nation with over 90 companies and $260 million in assets • Receive benefits the Department of Labor only allows to Multiple
Employer Plans • Remove liability as trustee, plan administrator and named fiduciary
• No individual company audit regardless of size; • No individual company 5500 For more information, please contact:
Stephen Ellsworth, Robert Brann or Ginger Gray of Baird at (888) 792-7650 or mep@rwbaird.com Here's Looking at You
AGC Houston sends out a special thank you to Kendall Pouland, Tellepsen, and Michael Cortez, Andrews Myers, PC for leading the Project Manager Development Program class on Contract Administration September 19 and 20, 2017. Attendees learned about using different types of contracts and how project documentation relates to effective contracting.   After more that a year of hard work and preparation, the AGC Houston Guide to the OSHA Silica Standard is now complete and available to download.
New Members
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