Pushing to Get the Job Done
Today, the Governor, Senate Majority Leader, and House Speaker are meeting to discuss a possible special session. There was very little accomplished during the regular legislative session, including matching dollars to leverage the federal infrastructure law and a capital investment bill, often referred to as a bonding bill. These remain top priorities for AGC and the entire construction industry.
The Governor could call a special session anytime between now and the next regular session in January. That said, the more time passes, the likelihood decreases for a special session. The reality is that legislators have vacations, campaign events, parades, etc. planned this summer into the fall, and any sense of urgency decreases over time. Expect that the governor would call one if there are negotiated agreements beforehand on a certain set of issues.
AGC is planning and participating in several tactics next week to push for an agreement on matching infrastructure dollars and a capital investment bill, and to pass them in a special session. Please fill out the Action Alert when one is sent out and pass along to others in your company. Legislators need to continue to hear from their constituencies.
