Coalition lobbying is the coordinated effort by diverse interest groups to lobby government with the aim of advancing a shared agenda and is one of the most frequently employed influence tactics used to produce policy change. Coalitions are influential because they increase the uniformity in the messages sent to government policymakers. These organized efforts often draw more attention to an advocacy position and allow decision-makers to know that an entire industry is united in its support for or opposition to proposed legislation. View a list of the coalitions in which the SMACNA Capitol Hill office participates.
Legislative Focus
The Coalition advocates for a wide range of practical reforms in federal procurement, and to promote common sense procurement reforms that benefit the government, taxpayers, small businesses and the entire industry. Issues include:
While the coalition works together broadly, not every organization has taken a position on every piece of legislation.
The Coalition is proud to support a Congressional Caucus formed by members of Congress who share these same goals.
About the Coalition
The Construction Industry Procurement Coalition is a coalition of 15 trade associations representing construction design professionals, prime contractors, specialty trade contractors, subcontractors, suppliers, sureties and surety bond producers. The Coalition represents tens of thousands of firms and individuals engaged in all facets of construction.
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