Laborers-Employers Cooperation and Education Trust (LECET)

08/31/2026

Congratulations to LIUNA signatory partner Independence Excavating on being shortlisted for the 2026 World Demolition Awards in the Industrial Demolition category. Their work at the Homer City Generation Station showcases the skill, expertise and collaboration our signatory partners bring to complex projects across the industry.

We’re proud to see a LIUNA signatory partner recognized on the world stage for exceptional work. Congratulations to the entire Independence Excavating team!

08/28/2026

Tesla looks to build $10B solar cell manufacturing site in Texas

The automaker is evaluating multiple states for Project Crystal Sun. The Fort Bend County site would create more than 9,712 jobs and begin construction as soon as this year.

08/28/2026

Maryland is taking a big step toward safer workplaces! The MOSH Advisory Board just reviewed crucial stakeholder feedback on developing a workplace violence prevention standard under the Davis Martinez Public Employee Safety and Health Act.

Key takeaways from the public comments:
✅ Comprehensive protections for workers
✅ Custom, site-specific prevention plans
✅ Robust reporting and tracking systems
✅ Meaningful worker and union participation
✅ Engaging, interactive training programs

Pending approval, a proposed rule could be ready by the end of the year.

08/27/2026

Tennessee taps road-building group for $9B toll lanes project

A Tennessee transportation board selected a road-building group Wednesday to fund and build toll lanes from Nashville to Murfreesboro.

08/26/2026

This WOMEN’S EQUALITY DAY, we honor the WOMEN who fought for a seat at the table and the UNION sisters building what comes next.

08/26/2026

Recruiting women into LIUNA is key to our “Marching to One Million” goal—but it’s only step one! 🚀 True success means retention, which requires building worksites where women feel welcomed, respected, supported and valued. 💪👷‍♀️

08/26/2026

08/26/2026

Dulles board approves $19.9B airport revamp

The $6.2 billion reconstruction of the main terminal at the primary international airport serving the D.C. region is set to begin in late 2027.

08/26/2026

08/25/2026

Today: The LHSFNA Occupational Safety & Health team is testifying against OSHA's proposed rollbacks on respiratory protection requirements for deadly chemicals like formaldehyde, lead and asbestos.

These tailored rules exist for a reason and a blanket approach to these hazards is dangerous, shortsighted and puts hard-working LIUNA members at risk. We won't stop fighting for the specific, rigorous protections our members deserve on the job.

🔗 Watch the testimony live: https://www.youtube.com/live/ajobngtIYzw