TxDOT has provided the AGC with copies of the required EMS Environmental Training for project level staff.  Each DVD includes the English and Spanish version of the training.  Click HERE to send Chelsea your MAILING ADDRESS if you would like a DVD sent to you.  For any questions please contact Russel Lenz at 512.478.4691 or rlenz@agctx.org.

HB 3664 BY DARBY FAILS TO PASS TEXAS HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 

GOVERNOR PERRY DEFEATS EFFORT TO ESTABLISH NEW REVENUE FOR HIGHWAYS

After two intense days of work to oppose an increase in vehicle registration fees at any level, Governor Rick Perry prevailed in his effort to defeat HB 3664 by Representative Drew Darby.  The Governor convinced Darby that either he had the votes to defeat the bill on a floor vote, or he would veto the bill if it reached his desk.  As a result, Representative Darby pulled his bill down on the House floor after a healthy debate and favorable consideration of several amendments.  HB 3664 is effectively dead and will not be considered again during the regular session. 

 NEXT ACTION!

It is time to write Governor Perry to congratulate him on his victory in killing the fee increase legislation and request that he use his same persuasive efforts to pass legislation that would provide critical funding for our transportation infrastructure in Texas.

At this time, there are a number of bills in both the House and Senate that could be used to accomplish our goal.  When an apparent vehicle emerges, the chapter will make an immediate call to action to the membership. 

A letter to Governor Perry has been posted on both the AGC of Texas Legislative Action Center (click the 'Take Action' link on the menu bar and then click the 'Letter to Governor Perry regarding Transportation Legislation' link) and the Texas Infrastructure Now Legislative Action Center (publicly accessible).  Legislative Drafting & Review Chairman, Bob Lanham requests that all members use the LAC and communicate our message to the Governor that he must address the issue now and work to provide a transportation funding solution this session.  In addition, please consider encouraging your employees to use the LAC and write the Governor today.

If you need further information or have questions, please contact Jennifer Newton at the chapter office, 512/478-4691 or jnewton@agctx.org.

TxDOT scheduled the 2013 Maintenance & Traffic Operations Conference for September 17-19 at the Waco Convention Center.  AGC has partnered with TxDOT again this year to offer exhibit opportunities.   Click HERE for more information and to register your exhibit.  Contact Danielle at dkraus@agctx.org or 512.478.4691 with any questions.  We hope to see you in September!

Past President Roger Albert has chosen Park City, UT as the venue for the 2013 AGC of Texas Management Conference.  President Joe Forshage and his wife Shawn invite you and your family to Stein Eriksen Lodge, June 26-30.

The conference information and full registration packet is available by CLICKING HERE. If you have any questions or need assistance please call Debbie Koehler at 512/478-4691 or e-mail Debbie at dkoehler@agctx.org.

We hope you join us this summer!

The third annual AGC of Texas Scholarship Gala benefitting the chapter scholarship program will be held on Tuesday, September 10, 2013 at the Four Seasons Hotel in Austin, Texas.  The evening will begin with a cocktail reception and silent auction at 5:00 p.m.  The annual Scholarship Live Auction will begin at 6:15 p.m., followed by dinner at 7:15 p.m.  Entertainment will be provided by The Bellamy Brothers.  Attire will be “Texas after 5”.

In the nineteen year history of the AGC of Texas Scholarship program, more than two hundred students have recognized their dreams to pursue a career in the construction industry.  These students are employees or dependents of employees of member firms.

This important event will celebrate the chapter scholarship program and provide support for the deserving students who are currently receiving assistance from the AGC of Texas.    In addition, it will help to ensure that the support of our chapter will continue to benefit future generations of students interested in entering the construction industry workforce.

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