ASAToday for July 3rd, 2025

Department of Labor Announces Proposed Rule on Prevailing Wage On Friday, March 11, 2022, the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) announced a proposed rule that could lead to wage increases for many workers on government-funded construction projects.  DOL’s proposal from their Wage and Hour Division (WHD) would require more frequent updates to the minimum wages…

This Week in Congress The House voted on legislation condemning violent threats against historically Black colleges and universities, a $1.5 trillion omnibus FY22 government funding package, along with spending bills for Ukraine aid and Covid-19 resources.  The Senate voted on a postal overhaul bill (HR 3076) and the House passed $1.5 trillion omnibus FY22 government…

U.S. Capitol Restrictions After two years of pandemic and insurrection-related security restrictions, lobbyists are urging Congress to let them roam the halls of Capitol Hill once again. The National Institute for Lobbying and Ethics, which represents lobbyists, is asking that the restrictions be lifted. The group is concerned with strict rules on the House side….