Statements and Press Releases

NORTH AMERICA’S BUILDING TRADES UNIONS CONTRIBUTE $3 MILLION TO DIABETES RESEARCH INSTITUTE FOUNDATION TO FUND CELL THERAPY FOR COVID-19

“NABTU and its members are proud to stand behind the work of Dr. Ricordi, the Diabetes Research Institute team and their partners around the world as they work to find a cure for diabetes and protect the lives of people affected by COVID-19.”

NABTU Statement in Recognition of May Day 2020

“This May Day presents us with a unique opportunity to reflect on the contributions of the working class and the labor movement locally, nationally, and across the globe.”

NABTU Statement in Recognition of International Workers’ Memorial Day

“This Workers’ Memorial Day, as a tribute to those we’ve lost before and during this pandemic, let’s keep up the good fight for the living by continuing to raise the bar to improve health and safety management practices.”

NABTU and CPWR-The Center for Construction Research and Training Announce National Disease Control Standard for U.S. Construction Sites

“Amid growing concerns across various industries regarding workplace safety in lieu of federal actions, the building trades are trying to do our best to protect our members and contractors on the job, and – for that matter- everyone in the construction industry.”

Labor, Industry, Respond to Montana District Court Decision on USACE Nationwide Permit 12

“Based on our initial review, one thing is clear: the judge’s decision to vacate NWP12 went well beyond what the plaintiffs requested. The decision creates tremendous uncertainty in an already uncertain time, and could lead to lengthy delays.”

NABTU URGES CONGRESS TO PASS BOLD FOURTH STIMULUS PACKAGE

WASHINGTON – April 3, 2020 – Today, North America’s Building …

North America’s Building Trades Unions Salute Southern Company’s Vogtle Project For Reaching Another Significant Milestone

All major lifts inside both containment vessels are complete WASHINGTON …

CONSTRUCTION BUSINESS & UNION LEADERS CALL ON GOVERNMENT OFFICIALS TO INCLUDE CONSTRUCTION AS AN ESSENTIAL SERVICE DURING SHUTDOWNS

WASHINGTON – March 21, 2020 – The President of North …

NABTU STATEMENT FROM PRESIDENT SEAN MCGARVEY: Our Members Are A Ready Reserve Force

WASHINGTON – March 20, 2020 – Today, North America’s Building …

NABTU President Sean McGarvey Statement on Protecting Construction Workers’ Health, Safety and Jobs in Partnership with Responsible Owners and Contractors

WASHINGTON – March 18, 2020 – Today, North America’s Building …

NABTU STATEMENT ON FINAL IRAP RULE FROM DOL

WASHINGTON – March 10, 2020 – Today, North America’s Building …

NABTU STATEMENT ON PROPOSED NEPA REFORMS

WASHINGTON – January 9, 2020 – Today, North America’s Building …