LiUNA's Dennis Martire - "Here’s how to fill those construction jobs"
In a Pittsburgh Post-Gazette Op-Ed, LiUNA Vice President Dennis Martire presents a sound and forceful argument in favor of Project Labor Agreements (PLAs)
North America's Building Trades Unions Applaud Secretary Hillary Clinton’s Leadership on Health Care Excise Tax Repeal
WASHINGTON, DC -- North America’s Building Trades Unions released the following statement in response to Secretary Hillary Clinton’s position on the health care excise tax repeal:
Union Ironworkers Brighten Little Girl's Life
Members of Ironworkers Local 396 in St. Louis bring joy to a sick toddler.
North America's Building Trades Unions Statement on the KXL Pipeline
WASHINGTON, DC -- With yesterday's public announcement by Secretary Clinton, all Democratic candidates for President have now stated their opposition to the Keystone XL Pipeline.
Hispanic Heritage Month
WASHINGTON, DC -- The following statement was released today by North America's Building Trades Union in acknowledgment of Hispanic Heritage Month:
US Court Strikes Down Idaho Law Targeting Building Trades
The 9th Circuit U.S. Court of Appeals says 2011 law outlawing "market recovery" funds is invalid.
Building Trades Gain $2.4 Billion in Work in Los Angeles
Building upon the increasing recognition among business, industry and community leaders that the Building Trades offer the safest, most highly skilled, productive and cost-efficient construction services in the world, the Los Angeles/Orange County Building Trades Council announced that $2.4 billion in private development in downtown LA will proceed with union craft professionals.
Project Labor Agreements Make Sense for Everyone
Cleveland Building Trades President Dave Wondolowski and Affiliated Construction Trades of Ohio (ACT) Executive Director Matt Szollosi pen a straighforward, common sense Op-Ed in support of PLAs.
14th Anniversary of 9/11
WASHINGTON, DC -- The following statement was released today by North America's Building Trades Unions commemorating the 14th anniversary of the 9/11 attacks:
Canadian Study Shows Union Construction Demonstrably Safer Than Non-Union Construction
A groundbreaking new study by the Institute for Work & Health, published in the Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine, reports evidence that unionized construction firms in Ontario are safer than non-union firms.
Unions Are Still a Vital Force in the American Economy
This column appeared as an Op-Ed in the Philadelphia Inquirer on September 7, 2015
Michigan Building Trades and Contractor Partners Launch Media Campaign to Promote Apprenticeships
A new coalition involving the Michigan Building Trades and its contractor partners has launched an advertising effort designed to promote interest in apprenticeship opportunities in the greater Detroit region.
Building Trades Participates in White House Apprenticeship Event
Sonia Ramirez, Government Affairs Director of North America's Building Trades Unions, participates in the "Apprenticeship USA Summit" at the White House.
The Dark Side of the "Texas Boom"
Robbie Hunter, President of the State Building and Construction Trades Council of California, offers a compelling counter point to folks who like to brag about the state of Texas having a "business-friendly" environment that offers very little regulation or oversight.
Non-Union Contractor at the Center of Construction Collapse at Rhode Island College
Six workers were hospitalized after a steel structure collapsed at Bryant University in Rhode Island.
C.H.O.I.C.E. Director Op-Ed in Baltimore Sun Details How Apprenticeships Can Help Address Urban Unrest
Mark Coles, Executive Director of the Community Hub for Opportunities in Construction Employment (C.H.O.I.C.E.) details plans for Baltimore-based apprenticeship readiness program
Cleveland Building Trades Council Partners with New Technical High School to Offer Apprenticeship-Readiness Program
The Council, in partnership with Max S. Hayes High School will offer a program that puts students on a fast track to jobs in the construction trades.
10th Anniversary of Katrina Disaster - Opportunities Missed
An Op-Ed printed in The Advocate in Baton Rouge, LA, and co-authored by Peyton Hairston and Tiger Hammond, details the missed opportunities to address the socio-economic challenges of New Orleans in the aftermath of Hurrican Katrina
North America’s Building Trades Unions Convene for 69th Constitutional Convention
“Value@Work - Partnerships for Growth in North America” Theme Emphasizes Strategic Approach Toward Businesses, Industries, and Local Communities
Value@Work: Partnerships for Growth in North America
Keynote Address for the 69th Constitutional Convention of North America's Building Trades Unions
