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Articles Tagged with ''legislation''

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Economic News

Employment in Construction Slows for Third Consecutive Month

Immigration enforcement and increased material prices factors in jobs decrease
Chris Gray, editor of Roofing Contractor and Roofing Supply Pro
Chris Gray
September 12, 2025
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Roofing contractors face a deepening labor crunch as job growth stalls and stricter immigration enforcement shrinks an already small workforce.


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Rule Watch

Trump Administration’s Labor Proposals Could Reshape Roofing Industry

From heat safety rules to contractor classification, new regulations may alter workforce management, liability, and operating costs for roofing contractors.
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Tanja Kern
September 4, 2025
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The Department of Labor has released nearly 150 regulatory proposals, with several carrying major implications for roofing contractors. Topping the list are federal heat safety standards, workforce classification changes, and expanded employer liability—all of which could significantly affect day-to-day operations and long-term business planning.


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El aumento de la aplicación de ICE está afectando tanto a la fuerza laboral de la industria de techos como a las empresas de techado a medida que navegan por la elegibilidad de los trabajadores.
Inmigración

Las fallas en E-Verify Ponen a los Contratistas de Techado en Riesgo de Violaciones de Inmigración

Las declaraciones contradictorias del DHS sobre el programa de verificación resaltan las debilidades del sistema.
Chris Gray, editor of Roofing Contractor and Roofing Supply Pro
Chris Gray
August 29, 2025
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Los contratistas de techado que dependen de E-Verify aún pueden enfrentar riesgos. Comentarios recientes del DHS indican que el sistema no es infalible, dejando a los empleadores la responsabilidad de verificar la elegibilidad de los trabajadores


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Immigration

E-Verify Gaps Put Roofing Contractors at Risk of Immigration Violations

Conflicting statements from DHS about verification program highlight system weaknesses
Chris Gray, editor of Roofing Contractor and Roofing Supply Pro
Chris Gray
August 29, 2025
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Roofing contractors relying on E-Verify may still face risks. Recent DHS comments indicate the system isn’t foolproof, leaving employers responsible for verifying worker eligibility.


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Immigration

New Dems Push Bipartisan Border & Immigration Reform

Coalition unveils sweeping plan to secure border, expand visas, and create legal pathways for millions
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Tanja Kern
August 25, 2025
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The New Democrat Coalition unveiled a border plan boosting security, expanding visas, and creating legal pathways for millions, challenging GOP to act on reform.


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Análisis legislativo

Qué podría significar la Ley Dignity Act de 2025 para la mano de obra en la industria de la techumbre

La Ley no resolverá la escasez de mano de obra de la noche a la mañana, pero podría proporcionar estabilidad
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John Dorer
August 25, 2025
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La Dignity Act no solucionaría todos los desafíos laborales que enfrentan las empresas de techos en la actualidad, pero proporcionaría el marco para un estatus legal sin amnistía y agilizaría el proceso de la green card. John Dorer, director ejecutivo de EB-3, desglosa lo que hay que saber sobre la legislación.


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OSHA Self-Auditing Strategies for Roofing Contractors
Legal Insights Podcast

OSHA Self-Auditing Strategies for Roofing Contractors

Legal Insights Expert Trent Cotney discusses how OSHA’s self-audit programs can provide opportunities for roofing contractors.
Art Aisner, Editor-in-Chief of Roofing Contractor and Roofing Supply Pro
Art Aisner
Trent Cotney, Attorney at Law
Trent Cotney
August 21, 2025
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Legal Insights Expert Trent Cotney discusses how OSHA’s self-audit programs can provide opportunities for roofing contractors.
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Legislation Analysis

What the Dignity Act of 2025 Could Mean for the Roofing Industry’s Workforce

The Act won't solve shortages overnight but could provide stability
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John Dorer
August 14, 2025
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The Dignity Act would not fix every labor challenge facing roofing companies today, but it would provide the framework for legal status without amnesty and speed up the green card process. EB-3 CEO John Dorer breaks down what to know about the legislation.


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Legislation Analysis

Bill Calls for Restricting Quotas, Adding Safety Requirements for Warehouses

Similar legislation is pending in state governments
Chris Gray, editor of Roofing Contractor and Roofing Supply Pro
Chris Gray
August 4, 2025
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Roofing distributors should keep an eye on federal and state efforts to regulate warehouse quotas and safety rules that could impact material suppliers.


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Pulling Permits

New Oklahoma City Roofing Permit Law Takes Effect

Contractors will need to pull permits before significant roofing projects can begin
Chris Gray, editor of Roofing Contractor and Roofing Supply Pro
Chris Gray
August 1, 2025
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A new ordinance requires contractors and property owners to pull a permit before beginning roofing work within Oklahoma City.


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