Lobbying 101 Resource Available for Chapters and Members

The resource provides practical guidance for members engaging with elected officials and policymakers, including tips on relationship building, effective communication, and issue advocacy.

SMACNA continues to encourage member participation in advocacy efforts at the federal, state, and local levels.

The association’s “Lobbying 101” resource provides practical guidance for members engaging with elected officials and policymakers, including tips on relationship building, effective communication, and issue advocacy.

As legislative and regulatory activity expands across the country, strong grassroots engagement remains essential to ensuring our industry’s priorities are represented.

Access the resource here:
https://www.smacna.org/resource/lobbying-101



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