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After months of advocacy led by UCON and our labor partners, a proposal to address a long-standing competitive disadvantage on public works projects cleared a major legislative hurdle and is now headed to the full Senate for a vote. We also have an update on a closely watched proposal that would have made significant changes to how Caltrans contracts are awarded.

United Contractors (UCON) announces the recipients of its 2025 R.E.A.L. Safety Awards, honoring the companies, projects, and safety professionals whose leadership continues to raise the standard for jobsite safety across California's union construction industry.

Governor Gavin Newsom has signed SB 33 (Cortese) into law, making permanent California's process for resolving public works change order and claim disputes.

What Does SB 33 Do?

SB 33 permanently protects the framework that requires public agencies to review contractor claims in a timely manner, pay undisputed amounts, and work toward resolving disputes before they escalate into costly litigation.

Why It Matters