Industry News and Advocacy
Highway Bill Introduction This Spring
The House and Senate committees with jurisdiction over Federal surface transportation programs continue to develop legislation to reauthorize these programs, which expire on September 30, 2026. NUCA’s government affairs team has learned that committee leaders are working with Congressional leadership to negotiate top-line funding level for the multi-year highway bill, which is the largest infrastructure bill Congress considers.
The House T&I Committee Chairman Rep. Sam Graves (R-MO) continues to work for introduce of a bill in late April. Senate Environment and Public Works Chair Sen. Shelley Moore Capito (R-WV) recently acknowledged that while she shares Chairman Graves’s desire to complete the legislation before the programs expire, it may be difficult to hit the Sept. 30, 2026, deadline. Given the size and complexity of the bill, it is possible that lawmakers may not pass the bill until after it expires on Sept. 30, requiring an extension.
Washington Summit, May 19-20: Make Your Mark In Congress
This is the year to come to Washington, D.C. and introduce your business and your Chapter to your lawmakers! Our legislative agenda is moving this year within the surface transportation bill and State Revolving Fund reauthorization, accompanied with other industry priorities. It’s easy to attend: Your Chapter will arrange your meetings with lawmakers, and we’ll provide the briefing materials. Capitol Hill Day will be Wednesday, May 20. Our headquarters hotel will be located this year at the Holiday Inn Capitol Hill, 550 C St. SW, Washington, DC 20024. If you haven’t attended a Washington Summit, this is the year! Attendees can also enjoy a Night Out with Washington Nationals baseball on May 19 (they’re playing the N.Y. Mets, with the game an additional $25 per person). Summit registration is now open at WeDigAmerica.org.
Association News
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Safety & Damage Prevention Conference: Registration Now Open, Sept. 15-18
Don’t miss your chance to join the industry’s top safety professionals at the NUCA Safety & Damage Prevention Conference, September 15-18, 2026, at the iconic Brown Hotel in Louisville, Kentucky.
Immerse yourself in three powerful days of timely discussions designed to tackle the real challenges facing utility construction today. The agenda features critical sessions on transportation accidents, risk management, mental health in the workplace, the latest OSHA updates, emergency preparedness, rethinking trench safety (presented with NUCA National Partner United Rentals), a compelling panel on drugs in the industry, and a fresh 811 update. This year’s conference shines a spotlight on the most pressing safety and damage prevention issues impacting our industry. You’ll gain actionable insights, practical strategies, and fresh ideas to strengthen safety practices and reduce incidents back at your company. Connect and recharge during two dynamic networking events, including the prestigious STAR Award presentation. Whether you’re looking to stay ahead of regulations, protect your team, or drive real improvement in damage prevention, this is the must-attend event of the year. Register today at nuca.com/safety-damage-prevention-conference/ and secure your spot in Louisville!
NUCA Assurance: Get more control over your business insurance program
Join like-minded NUCA contractors who have taken control of their claims, managed their risk, and secured better, more focused insurance services for their businesses. NUCA Assurance is a construction-focused group captive owned by NUCA members and designed by insurance experts to deliver the claims control and risk-management support smart construction business owners need. This cost-effective association benefit helps your company purchase workers’ compensation, general liability, and auto liability insurance. Find out how to get more control over your utility construction company’s insurance needs by starting at NUCAAssurance.com.
NUCA Benefits: The expanded NUCA Advantage member benefits program
Your NUCA membership investment can deliver benefits far in excess of its cost — but only if you ask your human resources office to explore what it offers. Start by forwarding this document to them and ask them to check out NUCA Advantage. Our online portal leads to expanded health care benefits options for your company, as well as payroll, wellness, compliance, benefits administration, 401K programs, online training, OSHA logs and a wealth of free HR benefits available only to NUCA members. Find our expanded NUCA Advantage benefits program at www.NUCAAdvantage.com.
NUCA Benefits: Why NUCA Members Should Rethink Their 401(k) Strategy
Managing a 401(k) plan often creates more work than it should especially for NUCA members already stretched thin. That’s why NUCA has now partnered with Voya, AMP Administrator, and Greenline Wealth Management to create the Voyager 401(k) Pooled Employer Plan (PEP), built specifically for utility contractors and their employees.
Voyager simplifies plan administration by pooling multiple NUCA companies into a single structure unlocking access to economies of scale and service. Greenline also conducts a no-cost benchmarking review for NUCA members to identify savings and help reduce fiduciary liability through full outsourcing. Whether you’re offering a plan today or considering one for the first time, Voyager offers a compliant, cost-effective solution designed around your construction business. Schedule your free plan review today by calling 561-405-6609 (option 7), or email info@greenlinewm.com.
NUCA Benefits: NUCA-WINS–Now Featuring AI-Powered Report Generation
We’re excited to announce a major new feature in NUCA-WINS — AI-Powered Report Generation! With this new tool, you can now generate detailed reports instantly using natural language. NUCA-WINS new AI report generator understands your request in plain English and produces accurate, ready-to-share results in seconds — no need for filters, formulas or complex queries. Each report may be immediately exported to your choice of a PDF, CSV or Excel file. This means you can now get insights faster, save hours on manual report prep and share data-driven updates instantly with your team.
It’s live now! Just log in to your NUCA-WINS account and look for the “AI Reports” button in your “Outputs” section. Go to www.nucawins.com to start today.
