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August 21, 2026

The Deadline to Sponsor AGC Houston’s Mid-Year Safety Meeting Is Today, August 21!

Time is running out to register for our Annual Mid-Year Safety Meeting on August 27! This important event brings industry professionals together for a morning dedicated to advancing safety across the construction industry. The sponsorship deadline for this event is tomorrow, Friday, August 21.

This year's event will feature a keynote address from Brad Livingston, a workplace safety advocate and survivor whose life changed forever after a catastrophic natural gas well explosion left him with only a five percent chance of survival. Through extraordinary determination, faith, and support from those around him, Brad overcame immense physical and emotional challenges and now shares his powerful story to inspire others to make safety a personal priority.

For questions about this event, please contact Brenda Roman at [email protected].

Team Spots Are Filling Up Quickly, So Secure Yours Now for AGC Houston’s Champions Golf Tournament on September 21!

Monday, September 21, 2026

11:00 AM to 4:00 PM

Champions Golf Club

13722 Champions Dr., Houston, TX 77069

Join the region's most influential commercial construction executives, industry partners, and decision-makers for AGC Houston's premier annual golf event at the renowned Champions Golf Club on September 21.

More than just a tournament, the Champions Golf Tournament is an opportunity to strengthen relationships, cultivate new business opportunities, and engage with leaders who are shaping the future of Houston's construction industry. Set against the backdrop of one of Texas' most iconic golf courses, this exclusive event brings together owners, general contractors, specialty contractors, suppliers, and service providers for a day of meaningful connections and friendly competition.

Whether you're entertaining clients, rewarding key team members, or expanding your network, the Champions Golf Tournament offers unparalleled access to the industry's top professionals in a relaxed and memorable setting.

Don't wait to register! This tournament sells out quick!

Don’t Miss Your Chance to Connect with Houston’s Top Contractors at

AGC Houston’s APEX Awards Gala on September 25

In its 32nd year, this biennial event recognizes member companies for their consistent excellence in construction, valuable contributions to the community, and demonstrated commitment to skill, integrity, and responsibility.

Join us for an evening as we celebrate outstanding construction projects and recognize the dedication and hard work that make Houston’s built environment exceptional.

Even if your company did not submit a project for an APEX Award, we invite our Subcontractor, Affiliate, and Associate members, as well as industry partners, to join us for an unforgettable evening at the APEX Awards Gala. This is a great opportunity to network with AGC Houston’s top General Contractors, Subcontractors, and project finalists while gaining valuable exposure for your company.

2026 AGC Houston Advocacy Breakfast with Mayor Whitmire

Join us on October 6, 2026, for our highly anticipated annual Advocacy Breakfast! We're honored to have the City of Houston Mayor John Whitmire and AGC-TBB President Corbin Van Arsdale as our distinguished speakers. Don't miss this incredible opportunity to gain valuable insights and connect with industry leaders. This event benefits the legislative advocacy fund.

PAC contributors can attend this event free of charge
You can contribute to the AGC Houston PAC here: 2026 PAC Contributions

For questions about registration or sponsorship opportunities, please contact Sharon Box at [email protected].

HR HQ: WE’VE GOT YOU COVERED

Employer Resources and Best Practices for Handling Immigration Enforcement at the Jobsite

Immigration enforcement can create complex legal and operational challenges for employers, making it crucial to have clear procedures in place to handle such situations appropriately and lawfully.

We understand that these developments may cause concern within our industry, and we want you to know that we’re here to support you. To help, we’ve gathered resources and best practices on our website to address these issues and provide guidance for both employers and employees.

Click here to view resources.

EDUCATION

Looking for New Training Opportunities?

With AGC's live, instructor-led courses, it's never been easier
to build your skill set and access the training you need!

Aug. 28 - Oct. 6, 2026: AGC Edge Supervisory Training Program Leadership and Motivation (STP Unit 1)

Sept. 8 - 29, 2026: Superintendent Bootcamp, Unit 1, Sitework and Foundations

Sept. 10 - 24, 2026: AGC Edge Supervisory Training Program Communication (STP Unit 2)

Sept. 11 - 25, 2026: AGC Edge Construction Supervision Fundamentals

Sept. 14 - 17, 2026: Project Engineer Bootcamp

Sept. 14 - Oct. 12, 2026: Introduction to Construction Plan Reading & Specification Documents

Sept. 16 - 23, 2026: AGC Edge AI for Construction Project Management

Sept. 28 - Oct. 6, 2026: AGC Edge Supervisory Training Program Leadership and Motivation (STP Unit 1)

Sept. 29 - Oct. 1, 2026: Bluebeam Max Mini-Camp

Oct. 7 - 22, 2026: AGC Edge Advanced Safety Management Training Course

Oct. 9, 2026: Texas Lien Laws

Oct. 9, 2026: Advanced Texas Lien Laws

SAFETY

Upcoming Safety Classes

AGC Houston is proud to partner with the Region VI OSHA Education Center at the University of Texas at Arlington. The OSHA Education Center at the University of Texas at Arlington is the top-ranked OSHA Training Institute Education Center in the country. AGC Houston is not an OSHA Training Institute Education Center but serves as a host-training organization for the University of Texas at Arlington OSHA Training Institute Education Center.

View the full list of OSHA UT-A courses.

8/24/2026 - 8/27/2026: OSHA #501 Trainer Course in OSHA Standards for General Industry

8/25/2026 - 8/27/2026: OSHA #2455 Safety and Health Management Program

8/31/2026 - 9/3/2026: OSHA #510 Occupational Safety & Health Standards for Construction

8/31/2026 - 9/3/2026: OSHA #521 Guide to Industrial Hygiene

9/8/2026 - 9/11/2026: OSHA #500 Trainer Course in OSHA Standards for Construction

9/8/2026 - 9/11/2026: ATP 191 Safety and Health Authorized Trainer

9/14/2026 - 9/16/2026: OSHA #502 Update for Construction Industry Outreach Trainers

9/14/2026 - 9/17/2026: OSHA #511 Occupational Safety and Health Standards for General Industry

9/21/2026 - 9/24/2026: OSHA #3095 Electrical Standards

MESSAGE FROM THE PRESIDENT/CEO

Missed Last Week's Hawaiian Shirt Friday Video?

Stay tuned on #HawaiianShirtFridays for updates from Kyle Holland on LinkedIn that focus on all the value that AGC Houston offers members. Head over to LinkedIn to watch Kyle's latest video.

MEMBER BENEFITS

AGC Members Saved Over 14 Million Dollars Last Year Using AGC Member Discount Programs

The AGC Member Discount Programs offer a variety of benefits to our members, including access to high-quality services, state-of-the-art technologies, and premier products. Through our partnerships with leading companies, we are able to provide discounts on a wide range of products and services. These discounts are designed to help our members save money and improve their daily business operations.

Our value-added discounts provide a competitive advantage that can set your business apart from others in the industry. AGC Member Discount Programs are just one of the many benefits of being an AGC member that aim to help our members succeed and grow. Questions? Please email [email protected].

Reliant Energy Discount Program

Setting up electrical service at a site is one of the tedious details you have to handle before you can start work on a project. Let Reliant's program for AGC Houston make it a lot easier.

The program provides the following to AGC members throughout Texas: