Legislation

UCAW has a strong presence in helping our members fight their cases in court as well as helping push legislation that will help facilitate better work conditions for our members. In addition, many of our member companies have fought battles in court that have set a presedence in our industry - both legislatively and by example. Here is a list of documents, cases, and more for your reference. We hope these examples and case studies will become invaluable to you and your business practices. Check out our Significant Legislative Accomplishments! Lien Rights:

• Lien Rights: State and Local Claims
• Lien Rights: Federal Bond Claims
• Lien Rights: Private Claims

References:

• Contractor's Burden to Recover Claims for Extra and Changed Work
• Changed Conditions
• "One Call" Law Challenge
• Michael M. Johnson Case
• Scoccolo vs. City of Renton Case
• Frank Coluccio Construction Company, Inc. v. King County

How to Contact Your Legislator: When it comes to legislative issues that are important, you have a voice. Contacting your local representative by phone, letter or email is a great way to express your opinions, concern or support on legislation that impacts th underground utility industry and the way you work. Here are simple instructions and links that will help you determine what district you are in and who your representatives are. While UCAW continues to remain strong in fighting legislation in Olympia and in working with local represenatives, we encourage each and every UCAW member to also be involved and get your individual voice heard as well. Together, we create a strong voice for the industry!

1. Visit the Washington State Legislature website at http://apps.leg.wa.gov/DistrictFinder/Default.aspx.
2. Click on Find Your Legislature link located on the left sidebar.
3. Enter your address in the Find Your District screen that pops up.
4. When you click on Find Your District button you will get your district information as well as detailed contact information for your senators, district reprepresentatives and state representatives.

2010 WRC Policy Brief:  The House and Senate Tax Packages The House and Senate Tax packages provide the starting points for final legislative negotiation on the revenue component of the supplemental budget. Click here to see the brief.