Welcome to Associated Builders and Contractors of Texas

We are the construction industry leader committed to developing a safe workplace and a high-performance workforce through quality education and training.

ABC is the only national association devoted exclusively to the merit shop philosophy, which aims to provide:

• the best management techniques
• the finest craftsmanship
• the most competitive bidding and pricing strategies regardless of labor affiliation

Mission Statement

Associated Builders and Contractors of Texas shall represent local chapters in affecting State legislation and other governmental affairs favorable to the Merit Shop philosophy of Free Enterprise in the construction industry.




A Magazine Published by Associated Builders and Contractors of Texas Distributed to 2,000 ABC Members and Elected Officials in Texas

Texas Merit Shop Journal is a magazine for Commercial and Industrial Construction Professionals throughout Texas. The Texas Merit Shop Journal addresses political and legislative issues and concerns facing contractors today and in the future. Each issue features news and articles written by political watchdogs, advisors and lobbyist to help leaders, managers and owners of Texas area construction firms navigate through red-tape and rally against onerous regulations and policies. The magazine provides timely information in the departments of:

• Regulatory Updates
• Proposed Legislation
• Candidate Profiles
• Political Action Alerts
• News from the Capitol

Click here for the Media Kit!