Archive for June 2025

SESCO’s Weekly Client Update DOL REISSUES 2019 INDEPENDENT CONTRACTORS OPINION LETTER The U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) has re-issued an Opinion Letter on the issue of independent contractor (IC) status. This Opinion Letter had been issued under the first Trump Administration, but was rescinded by the Biden Administration, and is now restored under the second…

This Week in Congress!   This week, Congress returned with a flurry of activity! From intense debates over President Trump’s Iran strikes to the sweeping “One Big Beautiful Bill” (OBBBA), which continued through budget negotiations. War Powers & Iran Strikes Sens. Graham (R-SC) and Cotton (R-AR) defended the Saturday strikes on Iran’s Natanz, Fordow, and…

ASA Supports Increasing Section 199A Deduction to 23% ASA, in collaboration with the Main Street Partnership, has urgently called upon Senate Leadership to support the permanent establishment and expansion of the Section 199A deduction, increasing it from 20 to 23 percent. Enhancing Section 199A is crucial to maintaining tax parity between pass-through businesses and larger…

ASA 2025 Washington, DC Fly-In Wrap Up! Last week, ASA advocates visited our Nation’s Capital to ensure the voices of subcontractors, who make up three-fourths of the construction industry, were heard. Along with the visit to Capitol Hill, ASA was also invited to meet at the White House and speak out about the need for…

This Week in Congress! It’s a brief yet significant week in Washington, D.C. as the legislative session winds down before the Juneteenth holiday on Thursday. The House is in recess, and the Senate wraps up midweek, with most business concluding by Wednesday. Despite the short schedule, appropriations, security briefings, and reconciliation talks continue. Rescissions Package…

Senate Republicans Race the Clock on Reconciliation Bill This week, Senate Republicans aimed to finalize their reconciliation bill before members depart. Senators returned Monday with key committee hearings on Tuesday and Wednesday before the Juneteenth holiday on Thursday.  Closed-door negotiations among Senate Republicans, Finance Committee leaders, and White House officials continue, while Republican aides meet…

Capitol Security in the Spotlight  In response to the assassination of Minnesota State Rep. Melissa Hortman and her husband, leaders are urging for immediate Capitol Police reforms and enhanced security for members. Legislative proposals may be introduced after recess. Return to the ASAtoday page to read more articles

White House Spending Authority Scrutinized The Trump Administration has frozen over $30 billion in federal funds, prompting lawmakers to seek clarification on executive authority and potential breaches of Congressional intent. Return to the ASAtoday page to read more articles

The Trump Administration Pauses ICE Raids – May Impact Construction! The Trump Administration paused ICE raids targeting farms, hotels, and restaurants due to opposition from Capitol Hill and the President’s Cabinet. However, no exemption was mentioned for the construction industry, which employs many immigrant workers. While few ICE raids have occurred in construction so far,…

ASA Takes the Hill! This week, 49 ASA members attended the annual legislative fly-in, giving them the opportunity to meet with over 38 members of Congress, as well as participate in a tax reform, tariff, and trade meeting at the White House Office of the Public Liaison. During their congressional meetings, members discussed important issues…