Chuck Slothower

Portland

Now more on Bsky: @chuckslothower.bsky.social Multimedia editor, Daily Journal of Commerce, Portland. Oregonian. Typing at my kitchen table.

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Articles

Construction industry executives prepare for tariff impacts

1 month ago | scbiznews.com | Chuck Slothower |Jason Thomas

President Donald Trump may think tariffs is “a beautiful word,” as he told Congress recently, but construction executives are preparing for higher prices, potential supply chain disruptions and ongoing trade uncertainty. Changes involving prices and materials may have the most impact on complex engineered equipment used in heating and cooling, elevators and other high-tech building systems, construction experts said.
Proposed tariffs could target the construction industry from many angles

Jan 21, 2025 | finance-commerce.com | Ethan Duran |Chuck Slothower

Construction companies watching material prices should brace for uncertainty, according to experts, as president elect Donald Trump vows tariffs on the country s primary suppliers.
Construction contractors lobby Trump allies to dodge tariffs - Daily Journal of Commerce

Jan 21, 2025 | djcoregon.com | Chuck Slothower

The president-elect’s plan would lead to higher project costs, supply chain disruptions and economic problems overall, according to AGC's chief economist.
Trump keeps home builders guessing on affordable housing

Jan 16, 2025 | dailyreporter.com | Ethan Duran |Chuck Slothower

THE BLUEPRINT:Depending on what the president enacts, Trump’s immigration plans could worsen labor shortages for housing construction. Tariffs may drive up costs for materials, impacting affordabilityLocal governments face funding challenges for affordable housing projectsMultifamily housing contractors may be most affected by rising costs.
Holding the Trump Card on Tariffs

Jan 15, 2025 | mecktimes.com | Ethan Duran |Chuck Slothower

By Ethan Duran and Chuck SlothowerBridgeTower MediaConstruction companies watching material prices should brace for uncertainty, according to experts, as president-elect Donald Trump vows tariffs on the country’s primary suppliers. On social media, Trump said one of his first executive orders will be to sign a 25% tariff on goods coming from Mexico and Canada, and an additional 10% tax on products from China.
Construction industry prepares for regulatory changes

Jan 15, 2025 | mecktimes.com | Chuck Slothower |Ethan Duran

By Chuck Slothower and Ethan DuranBridgeTower MediaThe incoming Trump administration will have the opportunity to loosen environmental regulations affecting construction and real estate development, including draft rules not finalized by President Joe Biden before leaving office. Environmental regulation receded to the background of the 2024 election, overshadowed by top voter concerns such as the economy and inflation, immigration and social issues.
Trump keeps home builders guessing on affordable housing

Jan 15, 2025 | mecktimes.com | Ethan Duran |Chuck Slothower

By Ethan Duran and Chuck SlothowerBridgeTower MediaHousing policy emerged as a key issue in the race between Donald Trump and Kamala Harris in the 2024 election. Trump hasn’t shared clear plans to boost the nation’s housing supply before his return to the White House. However, Trump’s promises for two other key issues could cause uncertainty for contractors and municipalities working in affordable housing construction.
What the Trump the administration will mean for heat rules

Jan 7, 2025 | dailyreporter.com | Ethan Duran |Chuck Slothower

By Chuck Slothower and Ethan Duran BridgeTower Media Newswires THE BLUEPRINT: Trump administration may halt OSHA’s proposed heat rule, designed to protect 36 million workers The construction industry anticipates streamlined environmental reviews under Trump Biden-era infrastructure projects have faced delays amid regulatory changes, but those projects will likely start under the Trump administration The incoming Trump administration will have the opportunity to loosen environmental...
Proposed tariffs could target the construction industry from many angles - Daily Journal of Commerce

Jan 4, 2025 | djcoregon.com | Chuck Slothower

Construction companies watching material prices should brace for uncertainty, according to experts, as president-elect Donald Trump vows tariffs on the country’s primary suppliers.
Rising Star: Mattos Filho's Alexandre Arlota

Jul 7, 2023 | law360.com | Chuck Slothower