Navigating FLSA Pitfalls in Overtime Pay Amid Workforce Incentives

With recent workforce challenges, some contractors are offering incentives to workers, especially on high-need projects. However, this can create issues under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), particularly regarding overtime pay calculations based on the regular rate of pay. The Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) (29 U.S.C. § 201 et seq.) is a federal law…

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The IRA Is Not Davis-Bacon

Quick Reference Guide Now Available Complying with prevailing wage and apprenticeship (PW&A) requirements under the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) can significantly enhance the value of tax credits for qualifying energy projects, a five times multiplier. However, unlike Davis-Bacon, compliance with these requirements is complex and challenging to verify. While Davis-Bacon is a labor law, PW&A…

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Building Ohio News

News from the Associated General Contractors of Ohio Issue:  March 28, 2024 IN THIS ISSUE… New AGC of Ohio Leadership Team, Convention Highlights, Convention 2025 AGC of Ohio Members Recognized with National Awards Register for AGC of Ohio Golf Outing Benefiting Education Foundation Ways to Participate; Committee; Directory Deadline New Ohio Codes Took Effect March…

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Building Ohio News

News from the Associated General Contractors of Ohio Issue:  January 4, 2024 IN THIS ISSUE… Welcome New AGC of Ohio Exec Dan Edwards Submit Tabulation Forms for Nat’l AGC Safety Awards Upcoming AGC Programs, Events Regional ODOT Mobility & Growth Sessions AGC of America News: Construction Employment & Spending, Federal PLA Mandate, Registered Apprenticeship Proposal,…

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2023 Build Ohio Award Winners

  NOVEMBER 13, 2023 – COLUMBUS, OH:  The Associated General Contractors of Ohio recognized seven contractors for excellence in construction with Build Ohio Awards during the association’s 31st annual Build Ohio Celebration. Those receiving top honors include: Mosser Construction, Inc. (Fremont) –Kelleys Island Glacial Grooves Erosion Protection (Erie County, Ohio), Specialty Category Under $15 Million…

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Building Ohio News

News from the Associated General Contractors of Ohio Issue:  August 24, 2023 In This Issue… Upcoming AGC of Ohio Safety Meetings, Build Ohio AGC of Ohio Advocacy Efforts AGC of America News, Economic News   UPCOMING AGC OF OHIO MEETINGS & EVENTS Safety Meeting – October 6, 9:30-11:30 a.m., AGC office (Columbus), RSVP andrea@agcohio.com Build…

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Building Ohio News

News from the Associated General Contractors of Ohio Issue:  July 27, 2023 In This Issue… Submit Build Ohio Entries by 8/13 Aug 8 Special Election AGC Climate Change Town Hall OSHA Finalizes Recordkeeping Rule AGC of America Awards Programs Economic News TIME IS RUNNING OUT TO ENTER A PROJECT IN BUILD OHIO, DEADLINE 8/13; Submission…

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Save on Workers Compensation

Did you know that many alternative discounts are available to help reduce your annual Ohio workers’ compensation costs? Through the Sedgwick workers’ compensation program, your organization can significantly reduce your workers’ compensation costs through a variety of alternative rating programs. Sedgwick offers you quality service and stability through the complex workers’ compensation environment. More Info

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