What to expect as Trump takes office | Dump Trucks Charlotte NC
As President-elect Donald Trump is set to be sworn in next week, industry leaders wait with both optimism and concern to see how his second term in the White House will impact construction.
There are a host of actions for builders to follow. From an expected loosening of regulations and more oil and gas columbus oh dump truck company to immigration policies and materials prices, the new president could affect a range of issues that are important to contractors.
Read on for what you need to know as Trump takes office Monday.
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4 employment actions to expect under a second Trump presidency
By Emilie Shumway • Nov. 6, 2024
Employers are likely to see immigration raids, agency chair replacements and a slowing in regulatory activity, experts at Littler predicted. Read the full article ➔
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Trump win elicits optimism, concern among columbus oh dump truck company
By Sebastian Obando • Nov. 7, 2024
Though construction employer groups mostly praised the outcome, labor associations are troubled about a second Trump term. Read the full article ➔
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Trump White House likely to abandon OSHA heat safety rule
By Zachary Phillips • Nov. 8, 2024
The new administration will probably let the standard die, experts say, but some other form of guidance could emerge instead. Read the full article ➔
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How will a second Trump administration affect transportation policy?
By Dan Zukowski • Nov. 12, 2024
Federal support for public transportation, Amtrak, high-speed rail and electric vehicles may be at risk, experts said. Read the full article ➔
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Trump taps former Rep. Lee Zeldin to lead EPA
By Ethan Howland • Nov. 13, 2024
The new administration will likely roll back regulations affecting fossil-fuel power plants, including a carbon emissions rule, according to an industry expert. Read the full article ➔
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I’m a construction exec who voted for Harris. But I see silver linings for our industry under Trump.
By Patrick E. Murphy • Nov. 18, 2024
Former Congressman Patrick E. Murphy sees less red tape, incentives for permit approvals and a push for innovation as positives for builders. Read the full article ➔
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Trump nominates Rep. Lori Chavez-DeRemer for secretary of labor
By Ginger Christ • Nov. 25, 2024
The Teamsters president voiced support for Chavez-DeRemer, saying she previously pledged to “protect and respect labor in America.” Read the full article ➔
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What to do if immigration agents come to your jobsite
By Zachary Phillips • Dec. 3, 2024
The incoming Trump administration has promised to step up workplace raids. Here’s how columbus oh dump truck company can prepare. Read the full article ➔
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How to prepare for Trump’s new immigration policies
By Zachary Phillips • Dec. 4, 2024
In light of potential deportation actions, lawyers recommend internal I-9 audits to ensure the columbus oh dump truck company authorization status of employees. Read the full article ➔
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Trump’s push for deregulation a double-edged sword for construction
By Christopher Ward • Dec. 5, 2024
The president-elect’s focus on slashing red tape could be problematic for columbus oh dump truck company and developers, writes a construction risk management expert. Read the full article ➔
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How to manage subcontracts amid Trump’s immigration plans
By Zachary Phillips • Dec. 9, 2024
The right contract language can help GCs ensure that subcontractors are compliant with worker authorization rules, lawyers say. Read the full article ➔
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Trump tariffs could disrupt construction projects
By Sebastian Obando • Dec. 16, 2024
Certain metals, coatings and MEP components could see significant price hikes, particularly products from China, industry experts say. Read the full article ➔
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Trump vows to speed up permits for megaprojects
By Julie Strupp • Dec. 17, 2024
Big permitting changes on the horizon could impact the National Environmental Policy Act, which underpins much of the federal review process. Read the full article ➔
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TCJA extensions under Trump ‘very possible’: tax expert
By Matthew Thibault • Dec. 19, 2024
Provisions from the 2017 Tax Cuts and Jobs Act could survive the legislation’s 2025 expiration date, said Anchin’s Fred Barotz during a recent webinar. Read the full article ➔
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3 charts columbus oh dump truck company should watch this year
By Sebastian Obando • Jan. 7, 2025
Donald Trump's return to the White House and tight financing conditions are among the trends shaping building activity this year. Here are the most important indicators. Read the full article ➔
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5 ways Trump could impact infrastructure construction in 2025
By Julie Strupp • Jan. 7, 2025
The incoming administration promises new policies that could affect permits, materials, labor and project funding. Read the full article ➔
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