Lexington, Kentucky – Recently, ESCA Board member Messer Construction Co. (Messer) hosted Congressman Andy Barr (R-KY-06) at its Lexington office. The Congressman visited with Messer employee-owners, toured the office and spoke with company leaders. The Congressman spoke with employee-owners about S corporation ESOPs and the status of the construction industry as a whole. During the meeting, Congressman Barr agreed to sign on as a co-sponsor of H.R. 2258, the Promotion and Expansion of Private Employee Ownership Act.
“I enjoyed touring Messer Construction and seeing firsthand their excellence in commercial construction. Moreover, I am proud to support ESOP tax legislation that facilitates employee-ownership in the company while providing retirement security for the workforce,” said Congressman Barr.
