Political Advocacy
ABC Western Pennsylvania Chapter
ABC actively engages with all levels of government to represent the interests of our members and the merit shop construction industry.
At the local level, we retain a full-time lobbyist in Harrisburg who advocates directly for the needs of our members. Through a strategic combination of professional staff advocacy, grassroots engagement, and political endorsements, we work to advance policies that support a stronger, more competitive construction industry in Pennsylvania.
Our Advocacy in Action
Over the years, ABC Western PA has been a leading voice for the merit shop construction industry in Western Pennsylvania, driving meaningful change at the local and state levels.
Our efforts have helped:
- Defeat harmful Project Labor Agreements (PLAs) in the region
- Support the passage of the Workforce Innovation & Opportunity Act (WIOA)
- Advocate for policies that reduce healthcare costs for both employers and employees
- Educate the community on local legislation, candidates, and elections
- Mobilize grassroots action through letter-writing campaigns, phone calls, and legislative visits
- Support construction-friendly candidates and policies through strategic political engagement and fundraising
Where do you come in?
As a constituent and industry professional, you play a critical role in the legislative process. Your voice matters—and it directly influences the decisions that shape our industry.
When you take the time to write, call, or meet with elected representatives, they listen. These personal connections help ensure your perspective is considered when laws and policies are being developed.
ABC Western PA provides the platform, tools, and support—you bring the voice that drives real impact.
ABC Fights for You on Federal and State Issues
In Washington, ABC works on federal regulations, tax codes, and employment law. Click here to go to the ABC National Grassroots Page.
In Pennsylvania, chapter staff remain actively engaged on key issues impacting the construction industry, including regulations, taxes, and workforce development. Contact ABC Western PA today to learn more about how we are protecting and advancing the merit shop construction industry—and how you can get involved.