Several subcontracting segments of the Oklahoma construction industry have recently demonstrated that some out-of-state subcontractors are enjoying unfair competitive advantages over Oklahoma subcontractors due to the out-of-state subcontractor's failure to comply with state laws, requirements and taxes.  The American Subcontractors Association of Oklahoma (ASA-OK) is seeking solutions to level the playing field. 

Oklahoma City's News Channel 9 today aired a story explaining the problems created when out-of-state subcontractors skirt Oklahoma law, avoid paying state employment taxes, and are allowed to be out-of-compliance with other state rules and regulations. (Click here to view News Channel 9 video.) As the united voice for Oklahoma's subcontractors, ASA-OK is leading meetings with state officials and others in the construction industry to find solutions which will force out-of-state subcontractors to comply with Oklahoma's laws.

To ensure that the solutions implemented by the state adequately resolve the issue and help to provide economic certainty for Oklahoma subcontractors, the out-of-state subcontractors issue will be a major focus at ASA-OK's Legislative Policymaking Summit & Grassroots Symposium presented by Fennell & Associates on Friday, September 30th.  Oklahoma Labor Commissioner Mark Costello and Oklahoma Insurance Commissioner John Doak will be in attendance to hear from and work with ASA-OK members to develop the solutions during the Afternoon Session of the Summit sponsored by the Oklahoma Masonry Contractors.  As a result of the input from ASA-OK members at the Summit, policies will be developed recommending legislation and regulations to force out-of-state subcontractors to comply with Oklahoma law and to give state officials the authority and ability to ensure such.

The September 30th Summit provides an opportunity for every ASA-OK member to have their voice heard on this important matter.  Click here to register for the event!  Please note that a small registration fee is being charged and that every dollar of that registration fee will be used by ASA-OK solely for the purpose of funding legislative and advocacy effort on behalf of the subcontractors in the state of Oklahoma.