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Our participating members make a significant difference in our mission and our community. The best way to do this is to get involved.

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WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT

Our Partners educate students and provide them with career enhancing opportunities in the construction industry and career placement.

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SCHOLARSHIP FOUNDATION

The 2023 Scholarships are now available. Eligible applicants – spouse, children, and grandchildren of an ATB member or employee of a member.

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COMMITTEES

Our ATB Committees are actively involved in regular meetings to provide opportunities for members and the community in the areas of…

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Vision

A dynamic transportation network that enriches American life.

The Washington, D.C.-based American Road & Transportation Builders Association (ARTBA) offers diverse programs and services to provide its members with a global competitive edge.

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Directors Dig

Debt Ceiling Deal – What it Means for Federal Transportation Spending

President Biden and House Speaker Kevin McCarthy (R-Calif.) May 27 announced an agreement to extend the federal debt limit through the 2024 elections and set defense and non-defense spending limits for Fiscal Years (FY) 2024 and 2025. The legislation will go before...
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Prop 411 Ribbon Cutting

The City of Tucson asked voters to extend the existing temporary half-cent sales tax for an additional 10 years. This extension does not increase the City’s current sales tax rate of 2.6%. The funds collected through the half-cent sales tax over the 10-year period...
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Buy America Survey

ARTBA and AGC of America are collaborating on a survey for contractors addressing current Buy America issues. Numerous federal agencies continue seeking industry input as they implement current Buy America policies, so your feedback will help us advocate for you....
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Arizona 811 FREE 2023 VIRTUAL Damage Prevention & Safety Seminars

You don't want to miss this FREE TRAINING OPPORTUNITY!   Please find below important information about Arizona 811’s upcoming FREE 2023 VIRTUAL Damage Prevention & Safety Seminars. All contractors, excavation personnel, safety managers, trainers, forepersons,...
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Building for Tomorrow

In May 2006, Pima County voters approved a half-cent excise (sales) tax to fund a 20-year regional transportation plan. The Regional Transportation Authority (RTA) has completed more than $1.4 billion in regional transportation improvements through this funding...
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Buy America extended deadline for comments to Monday, May 22.

As you know, ARTBA and our allies have been advocating on a variety of Buy America issues. Currently, FHWA is reviewing its longstanding general applicability waiver for manufactured products from Buy America requirements. FHWA has officially extended the deadline for...
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FHWA Issues New Memo on IIJA Implementation Priorities

What happened: Federal Highway Administrator Shailen Bhatt Feb. 24 issued a memorandum clarifying the agency's priorities for implementation of the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA). The document reaffirms the principal role of states in selecting projects...
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ATB Scholarship Applications are AVAILABLE

It is that time again! As of February 22, 2023, the applications for the ATB Scholarship Applications are AVAILABLE!   ATB members provide educational funding to the scholarship by participating in ATB fundraising events throughout the year. Various Member Firms and...
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White House To Issue New “Buy America” Guidance

ARTBA is sharing its summary of new guidance to be released Feb. 9 by the White House Office of Management and Budget (OMB) and its Made in America Office (MIAO) outlining implementation of the “Build America, Buy America (BABA) Act,” a component of the Infrastructure...
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ARTBA Sues EPA Over Roadside Ditches Jurisdiction; Cites Impact on Infrastructure Law

  What happened: ARTBA Jan. 18 joined a broad coalition of industry groups suing the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) in federal court over its recent rule that expands federal jurisdiction over roadside ditches. Why it matters: ARTBA’s lawsuit states...
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Our

ACCOMPLISHMENTS

Assisted Pima County with Job Order Contract increase to $2 million dollars

ATB members delivered a record-high level of pavement preservation and road repair projects. Approximately $130 million region wide

Assisted the region in reducing asphalt mix designs to increase project efficiency

Facilitated the region developing Chip Seal mix specifications to a regional standard

Continued strengthening working relations with regional municipalities to discuss and provide solutions to industry issues and key topics

Collaborated with local municipalities

Supported local transportation funding and ballot measures

Sponsored regional committees to assess and improve project delivery process

Connected industry leaders with young professionals across private and public sectors with over 900 people in attendance at events

Our Goals

EDUCATE, SUSTAIN, AND PROMOTE THE COMMON INTEREST IN THE CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY

Founded in 1984 as Tucson Underground Contractors Association by Ed Snell, Tricon, Ben Luster, Luster Contracting, Godon Nelson, Nelson Pipeline, and Lucky Hurford of SAECO, represented local contractors only. Years following, the association changed its name in the mid-1990s to reflect and expand service offerings.

In 2014, TUCA amended its name to be the Arizona Transportation Builders Association (ATB) and is still a nonprofit organization consisting of more than 100 individual businesses and organizations in Southern Arizona.

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