Wisconsin Contractor Blog

Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services Secretary-designee Dawn B. Crim issued the following memorandum regarding an attempt to modify the plan review process within the department.

The presidential memorandum directing the Treasury to allow employers to defer the 6.2% social security tax withholding on most wages paid from September 1, 2020 through December 31, 2020. [...]

Apprenticeship Week this year is being marked with the recognition of an ABC member who passed away earlier this year. Dan Zignego was honored today by the Wisconsin Department of Workforce [...]

Gov. Tony Evers signed an executive order today urging people to stay home as much as possible while pressing businesses to take steps to protect employees and customers to combat COVID-19.

Apprenticeships are a key part of Associated Builders and Contractors’ commitment to an all-of-the-above approach for developing a safe, skilled and productive workforce that meets the current [...]

As a follow-up to the extension of his mask mandate, Gov. Tony Evers’ administration has issued another COVID-19-related Emergency Order, this one limiting inside public gatherings to no more [...]

The U.S. Department of Labor’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration published a set of Frequently Asked Questions on the effectiveness of N95 respirators against coronavirus exposure as [...]

The proposed legislation is needed, according to John Schulze, Director of Legal and Government Affairs for Associated Builders and Contractors of Wisconsin (ABC-WI). “This is not about defending [...]

The difference between an independent contractor and employee is complicated and crucial, so it is important to consult an attorney to address your specific situation. Regardless, there are [...]

Associated Builders and Contractors is proud to announce its endorsement of President Donald J. Trump for reelection. In a letter to the president, ABC President and CEO Michael D. Bellaman and [...]