UCON Introduces 2 Critical Bills to Protect Lives and Improve Business Environment
This month, UCON sponsored two critical pieces of legislation: One aims to enhance the safety of our workers, and the second will improve vital cash flow for our members performing work in the private sector.
UCON is leading an industry effort to address cash flow issues for contractors. The focus of the mounting effort is to expand the 5% retention cap that exists in California on public works of improvement to private works of improvement. Nationally, over the past few years, there has been a concerted effort to enact this policy with over 20 states passing similar legislation.
Assembly Bill 289 (Haney)
AB 289 represents a significant step toward safeguarding the lives of construction workers on California's highways. By implementing Automated Speed Enforcement (ASE) in construction zones, this bill will reduce crashes, protect workers, and enhance safety for all drivers across the state.
We expect committee hearings for both bills within the next 30 days. As both bills move through the legislative process, there will be opportunities for contractors to engage including:
- Submitting letters of support
- Testifying at committee hearings
- Contacting legislators and more
In the coming weeks and months, we will follow up with additional opportunities for engagement. Stay tuned for updates!