By Mike Oscar, Director of Government Relations

On March 28-29, 2025, about 20 Attorneys’ Council members from law firms and ASA chapters nationwide attended the annual retreat in Park City, UT. We appreciate their dedication and contributions to improving the Association.

At the conference, we introduced the 2025 updates to two key ASA documents: ASA Prompt Payment Laws in 50 States, and Lien and Bond Claims in 50 States. ASA Counsel and attorneys from participating states spent months updating these resources. Access them on InfoHub via your ASA portal. The Council also approved the final draft of the Consensus Docs 500 CM@R document.

Efforts to integrate the relationship between Council members and Subcontractor members at ASA were also discussed at our meetings. The Council will continue to pursue educational opportunities that combine with members’ interests and aim to be more present within the membership whenever possible. We invite feedback on how we can best provide advice and counsel on issues important to your business. You can contact me directly at moscar@asa-hq.com with any thoughts or input.

The Council discussed legislative topics regarding budget reconciliation related to the re-authorization of the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA), specifically focusing on the importance of preserving Section 199A. Additionally, they reviewed and edited topics such as tariffs, immigration, and ASA’s draft unpriced change order legislation.

Additionally, the Council addressed these key legislative challenges in the business and regulatory environment with some practical and proactive solutions. They suggested the idea of developing an ICE Checklist and immigration check card, aiming to provide clarity and guidance during investigations or site visits, which could be a helpful tool for ensuring consistency and compliance. On tariffs, drafting contract language to address recovery time, compensation, price escalation, and force majeure could provide much-needed flexibility and protection for members navigating uncertain market conditions. A white paper would serve as a valuable resource for educating and preparing members to deal with tariff-related complexities.

The Council also began preparations for ASA’s legislative fly-in on Capitol Hill scheduled for June 10-11, 2025. In addition, the

Council raised $5,000 at the SLDF Fox School of Wine, which provided education on high-altitude wines.