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PRESIDENT-ELECT BUSH APPOINTS AGC HEAD TO EPA TRANSITION ADVISORY TEAM
WASHINGTON-- The Associated General Contractors of America's (AGC) Executive Vice President and Chief Executive Officer, Stephen E. Sandherr, has been appointed to the Bush-Cheney Transition Advisory Team for the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). As a member of this committee, Sandherr will provide input and related outreach activities to the Transition Policy Coordination Groups concerning environmental issues that affect the construction industry.
Sandherr said, "Construction is not only an engine of economic development but also one of the most effective means of enhancing the environment. Serving on the EPA Transition Team allows us an opportunity to positively discuss the contributions that construction makes to our everyday quality of life."
AGC has been recognized as a leader in its industry because of its close working relationship with the Environmental Protection Agency. AGC has played an important role in shaping regulations that implement important environmental laws such as Superfund, Endangered Species Act, Clean Water Act, and Clean-Air Act. To this end, the construction industry has maintained a strong commitment to the people of our nation by providing additional housing, more jobs and improved transportation while at the same time addressing environmental concerns.
Sandherr added, "I look forward to providing real input on environmental issues that affect the construction industry. AGC and the Environmental Action Foundation will work together with the Transition Team to ensure that the construction industry has a voice at the table."
The Associated General Contractors of America is the largest and oldest national construction trade association, founded in 1918. AGC represents more than 33,000 firms, including 7,500 of America's leading general contractors, and 12,000 specialty-contracting firms. Over 14,000 service providers and suppliers are also associated with AGC, through a nationwide network of chapters. Visit the AGC website at www.agc.org.
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