Building the Future. Protecting the Industry. Leading the Fight.
ABC Political Advocacy on the Gulf Coast, in Tallahassee, and in Washington, DCWhen ABC members show up, lawmakers listen.
Construction doesn’t move without strong advocacy. Every permit delay, every new mandate, every regulatory barrier affects the men and women who build our communities. That’s why ABC is not just a voice in the political arena—we are a force.
Across Florida’s Gulf Coast and all the way to Washington, DC, ABC fights every day to protect free enterprise, strengthen our workforce, and ensure that builders—not bureaucracy—shape the future of our state.
When we stand together, we win.
Our Work
On the Gulf Coast
Here at home, ABC members lead some of the most important conversations shaping Tampa Bay’s future. We push for:
- Faster, predictable permitting
- Smart impact-fee policy
- Private-provider solutions that modernize government
- Workforce pipelines that connect training programs to real jobs
- A regulatory environment that supports small businesses, GCs, and specialty contractors
When local governments stall growth, we’re there. When they try to add unnecessary costs, we’re there. ABC ensures that our members’ voice is heard loud, clear, and backed by the industry that builds this region.
In Tallahassee
Florida’s Capitol is where the rules are written and ABC is at the table.
Each session, we advocate for policies that protect free enterprise and strengthen Florida’s construction economy. That means:
- Expanding workforce development and apprenticeship funding
- Creating statewide permitting standards
- Stopping costly mandates that drive up prices
- Supporting infrastructure investment
- Ensuring local governments stay accountable to builders and taxpayers
ABC is one of the most respected voices in Tallahassee because lawmakers know our members represent real jobs, real economic impact, and the backbone of Florida’s growth.
In Washington
Federal regulations and labor policies directly affect how you build and how much it costs. Negotiating those issues requires a strong, unified voice.
ABC is the national leader in fighting for:
- Fair and open competition
- Stopping overreaching labor regulations
- Protecting the rights of workers and businesses
- Promoting policies that grow the construction workforce
- Ensuring federal agencies operate with transparency and accountability
From the halls of Congress to federal agencies, ABC is constantly working to protect the merit shop and defend the freedom to build.
Your Voice Drives This Mission
Political advocacy is not something happening “out there.” It’s powered by you—your company, your employees, and your commitment to keeping Florida’s construction industry strong.
Join the Fight. Shape the Future.
The challenges ahead are real: rising costs, workforce shortages, and an increasingly complex regulatory environment. But with strong, bold advocacy at every level of government, we can continue building the communities and economy Florida deserves.
ABC is where the industry comes together to lead, influence, and protect the future of construction.
