Industry and IBEW News

Nearly 1,000 Actions Planned Across US

https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2025/aug/29/workers-over-billionaires-trump-protest

Unions and progressive organizations are coordinating nearly 1,000 "Workers Over Billionaires" demonstrations across the United States for Labor Day 2025. The May Day Strong coalition is leading the national day of action to protest the Trump administration's policies affecting workers' rights, with events planned in cities and towns nationwide to advocate for working families over wealthy interests. Source: theguardian.com

What to Know About Workers Over Billionaires Labor Day Protests

https://www.axios.com/2025/08/30/workers-over-billionaires-protests-trump-labor-day

Anti-Trump administration protesters will take to the streets on Labor Day Monday in worker- and wealth-focused rallies organized by the AFL-CIO and dozens of other groups. The protests focus on challenging policies that favor billionaires over working families, with demonstrations planned to coincide with traditional Labor Day celebrations across the country. Source: axios.com

Get America Building Again is Coming to CT. Here's How.

https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/us/trump-s-get-america-building-again-plan-is-coming-to-ct-here-s-how/ar-AA1EQjXx

The Trump administration has reached a first-of-its-kind programmatic agreement with Connecticut DOT to streamline environmental reviews and cut red tape for transportation projects. The deal is expected to accelerate schedules by at least six weeks for approximately 90 construction projects annually, including major initiatives like the Gold Star Memorial Bridge and New Haven Bus Rapid Transit system. Source: msn.com

To Replace HB 5002, CT Towns Pitch Regional Approach

https://hartfordbusiness.com/article/to-replace-hb-5002-ct-towns-pitch-regional-approach-to-housing/

Connecticut municipalities are proposing a regional collaborative approach to address housing needs as an alternative to the vetoed HB 5002 legislation. The new framework would eliminate controversial mandates while allowing towns to work together through councils of government to meet housing goals and share responsibility for development across regions. Source: hartfordbusiness.com

West Haven Mixed-Use at Former Buckle Factory Granted More Time

https://www.nhregister.com/news/article/west-haven-buckle-mixed-use-project-extension-20782588.php

West Haven officials have granted a time extension for the mixed-use development project planned for the former Buckle factory site. The project aims to transform the historic industrial property into a combination of residential units, commercial space, and community amenities, representing a significant redevelopment opportunity for the area. Source: nhregister.com