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SMACNA in the News Apr 18 2022

SMACNA MEMBER CALL-TO-ACTION ON DAVIS-BACON

Help Get Davis-Bacon Reform Over the Finish Line

For the first time in 40 years, the DOL is proposing rule changes that reflect the current needs of SMACNA Members. SMACNA needs your participation to comment favorably - see how to comment below.

Statement Mar 11 2022

SMACNA Applauds Effort to Update and Enhance Enforcement of the Davis-Bacon Act

SMACNA Applauds Long Overdue Effort by Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division to Seek Constructive Reforms to Update and Enhance Enforcement of the Davis-Bacon Act.

SMACNEWS Feb 28 2022

Capitol Hill Update: The Path Ahead

In the second session of the 117th Congress, SMACNA’s Capitol Hill office will be working to build on the many important wins from 2021.

MEMBER UPDATE Feb 10 2022

President Biden Signs an Executive Order Regarding Federal Construction Projects

Under the terms of the order, all federal construction projects must have a PLA in place that will govern the terms of employment during any such effort.

MEMBER UPDATE Feb 03 2022

Biden Administration Releases Guide for Infrastructure Law

The new publication, titled Building a Better America, allows stakeholders better to understand the recently passed $1.2 trillion infrastructure law.

SMACNEWS

Capitol Hill Update: Infrastructure Law a Big Win for SMACNA Contractors

Pres. Biden signed into law the largest infrastructure investment package seen in decades, 1.8 trillion Build Back Better Act passed House, and a looming government shutdown was barely averted.

Press Release Nov 15 2021

SMACNA Celebrates Historic Infrastructure Deal as an Industry Win

SMACNA announced its support for the long awaited and historic Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act. The $1.2 trillion deal cleared the U.S. Senate in August and the House of Representatives in November.

MEMBER UPDATE Nov 04 2021

Congress Passes Short-term Extension

SMACNA strongly supports final passage of Senate-passed infrastructure bill

MEMBER UPDATE Sep 30 2021

Federal Vaccine Guidance

Employees of federal contractors (and subcontractors) have until December 8 to be fully vaccinated or request and receive a medical or religious accommodation.

MEMBER UPDATE Sep 30 2021

PBGC Solvency Extended 30 Years

New projections show improved outlook for PBGC

MEMBER UPDATE Sep 30 2021

SMACNA CEO Addresses Presidential Task Force

Among many salient points, Sandusky emphasized the importance of investing in a skilled and trained workforce.

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MEMBER UPDATE Sep 23 2021

Infrastructure Op-Ed Drive Home Message on Infrastructure

SMACNA’s Sandusky co-authors opinion piece on the need to broaden the definition of infrastructure to include public and private buildings in federal and state infrastructure packages.

SMACNEWS Sep 03 2021

Capitol Hill Update: Main St. Efficiency Act | Davis-Bacon | COVID Reimbursement | School Retrofits

SMACNA joined leading business and efficiency groups in supporting small business efficiency upgrade incentives that will be simplified with the Main Street Efficiency Act of 2021.

MEMBER UPDATE Aug 26 2021

CIC has Active Summer

Congressional Insider Club members socialize with legislators while promoting the industry.

Chapter Leadership Aug 19 2021

White House Issues State Fact Sheets Highlighting Impact of Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act

The White House released state fact sheets to highlight the nationwide impact of the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act, the largest long-term investment in the country’s infrastructure and competitiveness in nearly a century.

MEMBER UPDATE Aug 11 2021

Law Ends Reverse Auctions for Construction Services

SMACNA applauds the passage of The Construction Consensus Procurement Improvement Act of 2021.

MEMBER UPDATE Aug 04 2021

American Rescue Plan Tax Credits Expanded

Businesses with fewer than 500 employees can use expanded tax credits for employees who take time off to assist a family or household member who is getting vaccinated against Covid-19.

MEMBER UPDATE Jul 28 2021

National Issues Conference Recap

On July 21, the Construction Employers of America (CEA) hosted both Regulators and Representatives from Congress to discuss several issues and pending legislation that will have an immediate impact on SMACNA members and the industry.

SMACNews Jun 29 2021

Prevailing Wage, Buy American, Energy Efficiency and Labor Standards Efforts

Bills that will benefit energy efficiency and increase SMACNA contractor market opportunities are also under consideration. There is an encouraging amount of focus on federal labor standards favorable to SMACNA members in infrastructure and energy bills.

CHAPTER LEADERSHIP Jun 10 2021

June Capitol Hill Update: Congressional Response to COVID-19, Agenda Highlights and More

Featured topics in this most recent Legislative Update include recent developments surrounding the Congressional response to COVID-19, with a strong focus on legislation that has been passed, and the current Congressional agenda leading up to and beyond the August recess.

Chapter Leadership May 06 2021

Speak Out on Behalf of Our Industry: Engage with Your Elected Officials

SMACNA National’s Capitol Hill Office staff work tirelessly to advance the interests of our members and represent our industry in Congress.

SMACNews Apr 30 2021

Capitol Hill Update: SMACNA Endorses Major School Construction and Retrofit Legislation

School Construction, COVID Tax Credits and Recently Endorsed Bills SMACNA has expressed support for S. 96, “The Reopen and Rebuild America’s Schools Act” sponsored by Sen. Jack Reed (D-RI) and 27 cosponsors.

SMACNews Feb 28 2021

Capitol Hill Update: Budget Reconciliation, COVID Relief, Pension Reform Among Items Before Congress

The Senate is concentrating on Biden Administration Cabinet appointments, and the Senate and House both remain focused on producing a COVID-19 relief package that meet budget and reconciliation rules to avoid a Senate filibuster.

SMACNews

Capitol Hill Update: Pensions Relief, COVID Deal Stalls, GA Outdoors Act, School Retrofits

The Senate and the House left Washington without agreement on a new COVID relief bill. The stalemate is not good news for SMACNA pension efforts.

SMACNews Jun 10 2020

PPP Flexibility Act Becomes Law; SBA/Treasury Clarify New Rules Under the Act/Loan Program Extended

The Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) Flexibility Act, Public Law Number 116–142, with changes to PPP strongly supported by SMACNA, was signed into law by the president on June 5, 2020. The legislation provides more time for PPP borrowers to use their loan funds, qualify for loan forgiveness and gain additional relief from the program’s original requirements.

SMACNews Oct 25 2019

Capitol Hill Update: SMACNA Endorsed Energy Efficiency, CHP/WHP Credits; 179D Gaining Momentum

Government Affairs News

Help Get Davis-Bacon Reform Over the Finish Line

SMACNA Applauds Effort to Update and Enhance Enforcement of the Davis-Bacon Act

Capitol Hill Update: The Path Ahead

President Biden Signs an Executive Order Regarding Federal Construction Projects

Biden Administration Releases Guide for Infrastructure Law

Capitol Hill Update: Infrastructure Law a Big Win for SMACNA Contractors

SMACNA Celebrates Historic Infrastructure Deal as an Industry Win

Congress Passes Short-term Extension

Federal Vaccine Guidance

PBGC Solvency Extended 30 Years

SMACNA CEO Addresses Presidential Task Force

Infrastructure Op-Ed Drive Home Message on Infrastructure

Capitol Hill Update: Main St. Efficiency Act | Davis-Bacon | COVID Reimbursement | School Retrofits

CIC has Active Summer

White House Issues State Fact Sheets Highlighting Impact of Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act

Law Ends Reverse Auctions for Construction Services

American Rescue Plan Tax Credits Expanded

National Issues Conference Recap

Prevailing Wage, Buy American, Energy Efficiency and Labor Standards Efforts

June Capitol Hill Update: Congressional Response to COVID-19, Agenda Highlights and More

Speak Out on Behalf of Our Industry: Engage with Your Elected Officials

Capitol Hill Update: SMACNA Endorses Major School Construction and Retrofit Legislation

Capitol Hill Update: Budget Reconciliation, COVID Relief, Pension Reform Among Items Before Congress

Capitol Hill Update: Pensions Relief, COVID Deal Stalls, GA Outdoors Act, School Retrofits

PPP Flexibility Act Becomes Law; SBA/Treasury Clarify New Rules Under the Act/Loan Program Extended

Capitol Hill Update: SMACNA Endorsed Energy Efficiency, CHP/WHP Credits; 179D Gaining Momentum

Capitol Hill Update: SMACNA Supports House Bill to Repeal "Cadillac Tax" on Health Care Benefits

Capitol Hill Update - A SMACNA Priority: Contract Change Order Reform Introduced in Congress

SMACNA Endorses Bipartisan Bill to Speed Hospitality Retrofits

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