BOISE, ID – The United States Department of Labor is conducting a survey of businesses in the building and heavy construction industries in Idaho to assist its Wage and Hour Division in establishing prevailing wage rates required by the…

WASHINGTON – U.S. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg today announced expanded construction hiring and workforce development pilot programs to be managed by the U.S. Department of Transportation’s (USDOT) Federal Highway…

WASHINGTON — In response to disruptions in the fuel supply chain, the Internal Revenue Service will waive penalties for dyed diesel fuel sold for use or used on the highway in the states of Alabama, Delaware, Georgia, Florida, Louisiana,…

After an investigation revealed that temporary foreign workers were exploited, a Minnesota company was barred from the federal guest worker program. Employer compensates 72 employees for unpaid wages and damages totaling $118,950.00

“The Davis-Bacon and Related Acts directs the U.S. Department of Labor to set prevailing wage rates that reflect the actual wages and fringe benefits paid to construction workers in the county where the work takes place,” said Wage and Hour…

National Safety Stand-Down Week Puts Safety On The Front Burner. The Bylt Team has put together resources for employees and employers from OSHA to get involved. Fatalities caused by falls from elevation continue to be a leading cause of…

Wagner Construction Employees to undergo trench hazards and safety training prior to starting work this 2021 Construction Season BISMARCK, ND USA- The Minnesota based excavation firm, Wagner Construction, will be providing extensive…

RAISE, formerly known as BUILD and TIGER, has awarded over $8.935 billion in grants to projects in all 50 states, the District of Columbia and Puerto Rico since 2009.

CAMBRIDGE, MASSACHUSETTS – The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) of the United States of America and Dellbrook/JKS Inc., a regional construction management company, have formed a partnership to promote worker safety and…

US Housing Starts Highest Since 2006 US housing starts shot up 19.4% to 1.739 million in March. This is the highest level since June 2006 and well above analysts estimates of 1.613 million.The housing market has gained strength the last…