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BATON ROUGE, La. – Effective July 15, 2024, H&E Rentals (H&E) announces the opening of its Idaho Falls branch, the third general rental equipment location in the state of Idaho. H&E has opened 22 new branches across the country and acquired nine others in just over a year, and it has operations in 31 states.

The facility is located at 2727 East 14th North, Ammon, ID 83401-6232, phone 208-977-0900. It includes a fully fenced yard area, offices, and a repair shop and carries a variety of construction and general industrial equipment.

And happy July! Wayne is at our East Idaho Golf Tournament in Blackfoot enjoying a beautiful day with our members. He's discussing some upcoming events we all need to be aware of, and some opportunities you won't want to miss out on!

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Associated General Contractors of America Argues New Rule Exceeds Statutory Authority Under the Davis-Bacon Act, Court Agrees 

Wayne is checking in from Andersen Construction with the President of the Idaho AGC, Matt Blandford. Get to know Matt as they talk about his introduction to the construction industry and how he ended up where he is today. They also discuss the importance of the upcoming Strategic Planning session in Sun Valley. Lastly, Wayne reminds us all to register for our very first Thirsty Thursday next month, and to apply for the Idaho Business Review's Top Projects Awards!

Happy JUNE! Wayne is checking in from Concrete Construction Supply's Customer Appreciation Day with Justin Gilbert! Get to know CCS - from their unmatched customer service to their endless inventory - we're sure you'll love them almost as much as we do! Wayne also reminds everyone about the big month of events we have ahead of us, a new event debuting in July, and to keep your eye on your email inbox for info about our Virtual Town Hall meetings that will take place soon.

The spring issue of buildingIdaho, the Idaho AGC's bi-annual magazine, is hitting mailboxes this month.  The issue includes project highlights, an economic forecast, information on workforce development programs you may not have been aware of, and more.  You can view the digital version by clicking the magazine image below.  If you'd like to subscribe to receive a hard copy, please reach out to Hailey at HReyes@idahoagc.org.  We also always keep copies at our HQ if you'd like to grab some extras.  

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Happy May! Wayne is here with Action Jackson of the John William Jackson Fund to discuss their recent achievement of raising two million dollars for students across Idaho. He's also getting us ready for summer coming up, making sure we know which events still have sponsorship opportunities, which are sold out, and more! He also reminds everyone to fill out your member surveys, and apply for Idaho Business Review's Top Projects Awards!

The John William Jackson Fund in the Idaho Community Foundation is celebrating that they have given over $2 million to deserving organizations.

iYERP, the operating division of the John William Jackson Fund, is a partnership of contractors, companies, and individuals with a commitment to advance environmental stewardship and responsible metal recycling.  Funds raised are then gifted as scholarships to Idaho students.

Jackie & "Action" Jackson, JWJF Co-Founders, thanked Idaho AGC CEO Wayne Hammon for the AGC and its members supporting iYERP's nationally recognized metal recycling program.  

We urge AGC members to take the time to apply for Idaho Business Review’s Top Projects Awards, which honor the top construction projects in Idaho, completed between June 1, 2023, and May 31, 2024.

AUSTIN, Texas - April 19th, 2024. Omega Morgan, a premier provider of specialized transportation, heavy rigging, machinery moving, and other industrial services, was awarded Hauling Job of the Year in the 160,000 - 500,000 lbs category by the Specialized Carriers and Rigging Association (SC&RA). This marks the third Hauling Job of the Year award won by the industrial services provider.