What They Are Saying: State and Local Elected Officials, Business Organizations, and Community Groups Applaud Record Investments in New York’s Fully Funded MTA Capital Plan
MAY 15, 2025 Governor Kathy Hochul recently signed new legislation as part of the FY26 Enacted Budget to make transformative investments in transportation infrastructure. In keeping with her record of leading on pro-transit investments, the FY26 Enacted Budget includes historic investments in New York City’s public transportation system with the biggest capital investment in New […]
The Subcontractors Trade Association’s Ongoing Mission
MAY 15, 2025 The Subcontractors Trade Association (STA) was founded in 1966 to address the growing need for a unified voice to represent union specialty trade contractors. What began as a small collective of subcontractors determined to create a fairer industry has evolved into a powerful advocacy organization serving over 350 specialty trade contractors, suppliers, […]
Mayor Adams Announces Historic Labor Agreements Covering Over $1 Billion in Capital Projects to Deliver Critical Infrastructure, Transform Willets Point, and Secure Local Jobs and Apprenticeship Opportunities
November 21, 2024 New York – New York City Mayor Eric Adams today announced two Project Labor Agreements (PLAs) with the Building & Construction Trades Council of Greater New York (BCTC) that will cover more than $1 billion in construction projects throughout the term of the agreements, including generational infrastructure improvements in Willets Point.
The execution of the Federal-State Partnership
September 30, 2024 Felice Farber, STA’s Executive Director, is quoted in the release: “The execution of the Federal-State Partnership grant marks a significant milestone in advancing the Hudson Tunnel Project, which is vital for the region’s mobility and resiliency. This essential construction project is projected to create 95,000 jobs and generate $19.6 billion in economic […]
STA Statement in Support of MTA Capital Plan
September 25, 2024 STA strongly supports MTA’s proposed $68.4 billion 2025-2029 Capital Plan, recognizing its critical role in modernizing and enhancing New York’s transportation infrastructure. The continued investment in this program not only ensures safer, more reliable transit for millions of New Yorkers but also provides essential opportunities for subcontractors who are at the heart […]
Adams Administration, Labor and Construction Leaders Call for Albany to “Let NYC Build Better, Faster”
NYC Department of Design and Construction | May 8, 2024 “The common-sense reforms proposed by the Capital Process Reform Task Force will streamline the delivery of essential capital projects benefitting all New Yorkers, provide increased opportunities for all subcontractors, and start to address the structural barriers to obtaining affordable liability insurance in New York,” […]
The 2024 Construction Power 100
City & State | April 1, 2024 STA Congratulates Executive Director Felice Farber for being named to City & State’s Construction Power 100. The Power List recognizes the leaders who are making the plans, wielding the jackhammers, driving the change and keeping the construction industry buzzing across New York. The recognition reflects STAs efforts to […]
Project to Build a New Midtown Bus Terminal Takes Major Step Forward With Publication of Draft Environmental Impact Statement and Release of Revised Project Plan
The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey | February 1, 2024 STA commends the Port Authority in reaching this monumental next phase in the project to replace the Midtown Bus Terminal,” said Felice Farber, executive director of the Subcontractors Trade Association (STA).
STA Celebrates Landmark NYS Legislation
Press Release | November 29, 2023 Subcontractors Trade Association (STA) proudly announced a new NYS law that delivers substantial benefits and crucial protections for subcontractors.
The 2023 Construction Power 100
City & State | April 10, 2023 In January, Felice Farber was named the Subcontractors Trade Association’s first female leader in its 66-year history, replacing Hank Kita.