Turning Advocacy Into Results.
ABA PAC focuses on outcomes. Through targeted support and strategic advocacy, member contributions help shape policies, elections, and decisions that directly impact Arizona’s commercial and industrial construction industry.
Legislative Issues & Wins.
ABA PAC supports efforts that address real-world challenges facing Arizona’s construction industry. The examples below highlight advocacy initiatives and outcomes that have made a measurable difference for builders, contractors, and the workforce.
Policy & Legislative Outcomes
Issue or Policy Area
Outcome
Regulatory & Administrative Actions
Regulatory Issue
Impact
Legal & Court Decisions
Case or Legal Challenge
Impact
Prevailing Wage Ordinance Lawsuit — City of Phoenix & City of Tucson
ABA PAC supported legal action challenging local prevailing wage ordinances that violated Arizona law prohibiting these requirements on public construction projects.
The Superior Court ruled in favor of the challenge, and the Arizona Court of Appeals affirmed the decision. The ruling stopped the ordinances from taking effect and confirmed that local governments cannot impose prevailing wage mandates.
This outcome protects contractors from increased costs, preserves fair competition, and maintains consistent statewide construction regulations.
Measurable Industry Impact
Outcome or Protection
Ongoing Advocacy
Advocacy is an ongoing effort. ABA PAC continues to monitor legislation, regulations, and legal actions to ensure Arizona’s construction industry remains strong, competitive, and free to build.