Tag: Bill
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What is a Bill of Quantities and when do you need one?
One of the most common questions homeowners have when they want to carry out a self-build, renovation or extension is how to correctly estimate the project and keep costs down. In my opinion, it’s now more important than ever to get a firm grip on your building budget from the start, since the costs of…
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UK planning bill changes aim to unshackle ‘stubborn’ system
The government has proposed a series of new measures it hopes will turbocharge planning and infrastructure delivery across Britain. The amendments to the landmark Planning and Infrastructure Bill could become law later this year if ministers vote them through. If passed, the bill will give ministers new powers to issue ‘holding directions’ to stop councils…
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ABC Opposes New House Bill on Labor Contracts
Associated Builders and Contractors is pushing back against new legislation introduced in the U.S. House of Representatives. Rep. Pete Stauber, R-Minn., has introduced the Faster Labor Contracts Act, which would mandate binding arbitration if employers and unions fail to reach a contract agreement within 120 days. ABC President and CEO Michael Bellaman said the measure…
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5 Efficient Kitchen Upgrades That Cut Your Utility Bill
Utility bills rise fast when kitchens waste energy. However, with some simple kitchen upgrades, you can cut your utility bill. Start by lowering loads, then replace equipment, and add simple controls. You do not need a full kitchen remodel. You should target the parts that waste power and water. Make choices that improve comfort, safety,…
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How the One Big Beautiful Bill Act Boosts Construction Equipment Investment and Tax Relief
According to the Equipment Leasing and Finance Foundation, 42% of businesses plan to increase their equipment and software investments this year, with 32% citing increasing labor costs and labor shortages as the primary reason. For construction companies navigating these pressures, the Trump Administration’s “One Big Beautiful Bill Act” (P.L. 119-21) (“OBBBA”) can bring significant tax…
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Will Labour’s planning bill widen the ‘green space gap’?
Britain’s race to fix its housing crisis is colliding with another national obsession – the deepening divide between those who live near nature and those who don’t. As Labour’s new Planning and Infrastructure Bill promises to “get Britain building” with fewer environmental hurdles, critics warn it could accelerate the loss of local green space and…
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Bill proposes new visa, a potential boon to construction staffing
Listen to the article 3 min This audio is auto-generated. Please let us know if you have feedback. Legislation reintroduced to Congress last month could help construction employers desperate for a reprieve from the labor shortage while also addressing immigration reform. As Immigration and Customs Enforcement has stepped up raids on jobsites, arresting unauthorized workers…
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California lawmakers pass bill to expand manufacturing decarbonization projects
Dive Brief: The California Legislature on Sept. 10 overwhelmingly passed a bill that would provide financing for manufacturers looking to adopt thermal energy storage systems and heat pumps for their operations. AB 1280, introduced by Democratic Assembly member Robert Garcia, would expand the types of decarbonization projects considered eligible for financial incentives under programs like…
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The One Big Beautiful Bill and Incentivizing Equipment Purchasing
Signed on July 4, 2025, the full impact of the One Big Beautiful Bill has yet to take full effect. Let’s take a look at the projected impact on the equipment rental and construction industry in general. At its essence, the intent of the Bill is to drive the economy using incentives to drive capital…
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Planning bill U-turn changes new home build rules
After mounting pressure from environmental groups and rebel MPs, the government has quietly rewritten a major section of its flagship planning bill. The key changes strengthen nature protections, particularly in greenbelt and rural areas, and introduce new conditions around development timelines. For homebuilders, renovators, and self-builders, this shift could affect how and when you break…