After days of negotiations, marked by rapidly shifting proposals, the fate of a new coronavirus relief and economic stimulus bill was unresolved at ENR press time.
The Wisconsin Supreme Court has ruled Gov. Tony Evers' statewide stay-at-home order unconstitutional. Construction was already exempted in Wisconsin, but many projects have been halted due to uncertainty surrounding COVID-19. Contractors and design professionals are eager to help state leaders find a solution for reopening.
With the federal Families First Coronavirus Response Act in effect on April 1, design and construction firms are grappling with new provisions for emergency paid sick leave and paid family medical leave.
An April 10 survey from AGC revealed that 53% of firms report they have been directed to cancel current projects or work scheduled to start within 30 days.
Autodesk, AGC-funded program will provide more than 300 sets of properly-fitting equipment in an effort to boost fall protection and career development.