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By David Kalb, President of Capitol Services, Inc.
 
With tax revenues down and budget cuts across the board State government is targeting the ‘underground’ economy as a top law enforcement priority. Contractors just want a level playing field whether the market is rising or falling…
 
According to CSLB Registrar Steve Sands, “unlicensed illegal activities that put homeowners at risk and puts those who follow state laws at a competitive disadvantage will not be tolerated”. Contractors can also do a lot to help.
 

By Sam K. Abdulaziz & Kenneth S. Grossbart,Abdulaziz, Grossbart & Rudman

By David Kalb, President of Capitol Services, Inc.
 
Centuries ago in ancient times all roads led to Rome.  In California’s contractor licensing world all roads lead to CSLB HQ in Sacramento. When filing on time is a crucial issue going to the ‘source’ is often the best bet for success…
 

The Construction Industry Force Account Council, CIFAC, announced that Governor Brown recently signed the CIFAC sponsored bill AB 720, i.e. the Road Commissioner Reform Bill.

According to CIFAC Executive Director Cathryn Hilliard, "we can celebrate the fact that millions of dollars in additional county roadwork will go out to bid. This legislation was so important that it helped build one of the strongest coalitions of contractors and labor organizations on a single issue we've seen in recent times."

Governor Brown completed actions on 2011 legislation on October 9. The Governor had a veto rate of 14.3%.  There were 889 bills on his desk in 2011. 760 signed, 128 vetoed, one became law without his signature.

AB 22 (Mendoza) – Signed. Prohibits an employer or prospective employer from using a consumer credit report for employment purposes. Click Here

The Construction Industry Force Account Council, CIFAC, announced that Governor Brown recently signed the CIFAC sponsored bill AB 720, i.e. the Road Commissioner Reform Bill.

According to CIFAC Executive Director Cathryn Hilliard, "we can celebrate the fact that millions of dollars in additional county roadwork will go out to bid. This legislation was so important that it helped build one of the strongest coalitions of contractors and labor organizations on a single issue we've seen in recent times."

From the Abdulaziz, Grossbart & Rudman Newsletter Jan / Feb 2012

By David Kalb & Shauna Krause, Capitol Services, Inc.
 
Despite what a contractor may believe is the right direction, misinformation about their contractor’s license can often lead to a ‘dead end’. Like the ‘GPS’ of contractor’s licensing law we can help you get to your destination. Another contractor needs expert ‘directions’ to Nevada…