New York State Building and Construction Trades Council, AFL-CIO

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Safety Training & Reimbursement on Hold... NEW [8/15/2008] - As you know, Governor Paterson has halted all state spending until further notice. Unfortunately, we have been informed by the New York State DOL that this applies to our Safety and Health grant. You may continue to do your training, and submit requests for reimbursement, however, we are not sure when the spending freeze will be lifted. We will keep you informed as we receive information. more

Internal Review - NYS Apprenticeship Training Program Process Mapping Report NEW [8/12/2008]

NYS Apprenticeship & Training Council Announces Public Forums NEW [8/11/2008]

Coffey Report - A Review of Apprenticeship in New York State NEW [8/11/2008]

BCTD's Streamlined Approval Process for PLAs NEW [8/11/2008]

State to Lift Moratorium on Approving New Apprenticeship Programs NEW [8/11/2008] - Link to article in The Business Review link

NYS Legislature Fails to Act on IDA Reform [6/27/2008]

Concord Redevelopment Project Good News for New Yorkers [6/27/2008]

IDA Form Letter for Affiliates' Use [6/5/2008] - This letter can be sent to members of the NYS Legislature from your members and/or union leadership. link

Requirements for OSHA 10 Compliance [6/4/2008] - Takes effect July 18, 2008. link

How to Report Employee Misclassification to the DOL [6/4/2008] - Use this form if you suspect an employer is committing fraud by misclassifying its workers. link

Highlights of the Spota Bill [6/4/2008] - A.8582A / S.5506-A was signed into law on January 28, 2008. This article explains the highlights of this legislation. more

Worker Notification Legislation [6/4/2008] - Effective February 24, 2008: Requires contractors and subcontractors to provide written notice to workers of the prevailing wage rate for their particular job classification. link

Support H.R. 5823 [6/3/2008] - Contact your Congressional Representatives and ask them to support this bill which provides assistance to homeless veterans by allowing taxpayers to designate $3.00 of their income tax payment. link

Wicks Reform - Highlights [6/3/2008]

Supreme Court rules that "the construction, renovation, repair, and maintenance of charter schools facilities constitute projects for public works." [6/3/2008]

NYS Comptroller DiNapoli calls for IDA Reform [2/29/2008]

Fiscal Policy Institute Prevailing Wage Brief [2/29/2008]

Weaknesses Found in CGR Report on Prevailing Wages [2/25/2008] - On behalf of the NYSEDC (the trade association for the local IDAs in NY), the Rochester-based Center for Governmental Research (CGR) prepared a report entitled, "Prevailing Wage in NYS; The Impact on Project Cost and Competitiveness." This article outlines the weaknesses found in that report. If you would like a complete copy of the CGR's Report, please email our office at tracy@nybctc.org link

Senators Robach and Maziarz Respond to Negative Editorial on IDA Reform [2/25/2008]

Update on Apprenticeship Program Moratorium [2/25/2008]

STATE COUNCIL REQUESTS GOVERNOR'S SUPPORT [12/17/2007] - The NYSBCTC is reaching out to the Governor for his support of the Jamestown BPU Oxy-Coal Project link

2007-2008 Safety & Health Grant [12/17/2007] - The State Council is in the process of applying for funding for safety training through the NYS Department of Labor's Hazard Abatement Board. Please visit the Safety Link to obtain forms that must be filled out by AFFILIATED ORGANIZATIONS who would like to be reimbursed for training. more

Welcome to The New York State Building & Construction Trades Council, AFL-CIO

Thank you for visiting the web page of the New York State Building & Construction Trades Council. The unionized construction industry is very unique, and we are proud to be the organization that leads the way when it comes to standing up for what is best for our members...and what is best for our communities.

From Niagara Falls to Massena to Albany to Long Island.....it is the members of the NYS Building Trades that create the infrastructure, stadiums, bridges, libraries, office buildings, and schools that make our state such a wonderful place to live and do business. It is these same members of the Building Trades that tirelessly give back to their communities by volunteering their time to organizations that make life better for those less fortunate. Whether its volunteering at the Open Door Mission in Rochester, the Crandall Public Library in Glens Falls or the Association for the Help of Retarded Children in Nassau, our members go above and beyond the call of duty to raise the standard of living for people in our communities.

The work of the unionized construction trades speaks for itself. Our apprenticeship training programs are second to none, and no one can compete with the level of skilled craftsmanship that our journeymen bring to the job site.

Please take the time to browse our web site. Here you will be able to link to our affiliated local unions, contractors, and government contacts. You will also be able to get information on Helmets to Hard Hats, Safety and Health training, and upcoming events being hosted by the State Council.

Thanks for visiting....and as always.....BUILD IT RIGHT.....BUILD UNION!