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AUGUST 10, 2017
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Take Action on Persuader Rule!

The Department of Labor (DOL) is requesting feedback on its proposal to rescind the "persuader" rule, officially named the "Interpretation of the 'Advice' Exemption in Section 203(c) of the Labor-Management Reporting and Disclosure Act." The final rule, had it gone into effect, would have had a profound, chilling effect on labor relations advice for employers, and in turn deprived employees of their right to obtain balanced information about union representation. On Nov. 16, 2016, U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Texas permanently blocked the DOL's persuader rule. ABC's lawsuit against the final rule, filed in the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Arkansas, remains pending.

Comments are due tomorrow. Take action and tell DOL that you support its decision to rescind the overreaching "persuader" rule!

Want more info about this issue?  Read this letter from FordHarrison  and other leading employment law firms asking the DOL to rescind the rule.
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ABC-Ed Presents: Bonding 101

Please join us on Tuesday, August 15, from 4-6pm at the ABC Office.  Susan Reich, Vice President and Co-owner of Florida Surety Bonds, will walk contractors through an informative Bonding 101 class. 

This class is perfect for new or growing commercial contractors ready to take on larger projects, jump in job size, or expand their bonding capacity.

Registration is $29. Details and registration info here. This class is open to non-members as well...if you know a residential contractor or smaller subcontractor looking to expand opportunities, please spread the word.
Amazon & Beyond: August 25 Luncheon

ABC Monthly Luncheons resume this month with an update from JAXUSA Regional Economic Development Partnership and Council member Aaron Bowman. Mr. Bowman will present "Amazon and Beyond"...a look at companies coming to and expanding in our region.

Join us on Friday, August 25 at Jacksonville Golf & Country Club. Registration is only $28. Networking kicks off at 11:30 a.m., followed by a great buffet lunch, new member introductions and our program. Thanks to Walton Signage for sponsoring this month's luncheon. Email events@abcfirstcoast.com to reserve a spot.
2017 Red Ribbon Partners
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ACE Mentors Recruiting Event: 8/31

Make a difference! Volunteer with ACE Mentor Program in one of six area high schools during the upcoming school year and meet tomorrow's Architecture, Construction and Engineering workforce and leaders!

Through the program, mentors like you meet with students weekly. During the sessions, students work in teams to create practical solutions for "real-world" projects. It's an effective way for students to experience what architects, contractors and engineers do during a typical working day. Need more info? Join us at Haskell on August 31 for food, beverages, info and inspiration!
2017 White Ribbon Partners
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