Member Update

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  Urge Your Senator to Support Critical Tax Legislation

  Apr 3, 2024 |3 min read — Member Update

  H.R. 7024, which addresses SMACNA top tax priorities such as extensions to the bonus depreciation, equipment expensing, and R&D tax credits. While it passed the U.S. House, it needs Senate passage now! Estimated impact to near term equipment

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  OSHA Announces Its Final Rule For the Worker Walkaround Representative Designation Process

  Apr 3, 2024 |1 min read — Member Update

  Rule clarifies the rights of employees to authorize a representative to accompany an Occupational Safety and Health Administration compliance officer during an inspection.

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  Withdrawal Liability Webinar Recording Now Available

  Apr 3, 2024 |1 min read — Member Update

  Watch this recently held webinar that tackled the basics of withdrawal liability and was presented by Mike McNally, Partner at Fox Rothschild LLP.

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  Upcoming Webinar - Building a Dynamic Contracting Business Through Constant Change

  Apr 3, 2024 |1 min read — Member Update

  Learn best practices for seamlessly integrating new technologies into existing workflows, optimizing processes, and maximizing ROI.

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  OSHA Budget To Remain Unchanged Throughout FY 2024

  Apr 3, 2024 |1 min read — Member Update

  The Further Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2024 (H.R. 2882) allocates nearly $632.3 million for the government’s safety watchdog.

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  SNIPSNews Features SMACNA’s Comments on National Registered Apprenticeship Standards

  Mar 27, 2024 |1 min read — Member Update

  SMACNA supports the proposed reforms, while also suggesting additional changes to the final rule.

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  CEA National Issues Conference Speakers Roster Continues to Grow

  Mar 27, 2024 |2 min read — Member Update

  Congressman Pete Stauber (R-MN), Kathi Dobson, Safety Director at Alberici Constructors, Inc. and Occupational Safety Representative at NACOSH; and Joe Boddicker, Counsel, Federal and International Tax Group at Alston & Bird, LLC will address

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  Consider Sponsoring the College of Fellows Golf and Pickleball Tournaments

  Mar 27, 2024 |2 min read — Member Update

  Ongoing support allows for the expansion of scholarship opportunities for talented young people from within the SMACNA family.

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  Midwest Metal Products Joins as Bronze Associate Member

  Mar 27, 2024 |1 min read — Member Update

  Learn more about this leader in rolled angle rings flanges and structural shape bending, including their WonderFlanges that are available for spiral pipe.

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  Call to Action: Purchasing Processes Survey

  Mar 27, 2024 |1 min read — Member Update

  Join the New Horizons Foundation in their collaboration with SMACNA Silver Associate Member Field Materials that will benefit SMACNA members.

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  Siteline to Host Spreadsheet Alternative Webinar

  Mar 27, 2024 |1 min read — Member Update

  SMACNA Silver Associate Member company wants to help subcontractors get paid faster and welcomes SMACNA members to attend their free webinar on Thursday, April 11.

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  Help Build a Culture of Respect in the Workplace

  Mar 20, 2024 |2 min read — Member Update

  Help build an environment that promotes healthier interpersonal communication, enabling people to freely express their personal values or opinions without fear.

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  Urge Your Member of Congress to Reject the Repeal of The Davis-Bacon Act

  Mar 20, 2024 |2 min read — Member Update

  SMACNA is urging its member contractors to ask their Members of Congress to vote “no” on repeal legislation.

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  SMACNA Premier Partner Interview: Federated Insurance

  Mar 20, 2024 |1 min read — Member Update

  Patrick Cunningham, National Account Executive, talks about some of their risk-management solutions that are available to member contractors and why a partnership with SMACNA is important to Federated.

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  IFUS Contribution Growth: A Strategic Roadmap for the Future

  Mar 20, 2024 |2 min read — Member Update

  SMACNA and IFUS looking to enhance their financial stability through a contribution increase schedule starting in 2026, allowing for predictable, gradual adjustments, enabling better planning and sustained growth.

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  Rep. Lori Chavez-DeRemer Visits General Sheet Metal

  Mar 20, 2024 |1 min read — Member Update

  Outspoken advocate for registered apprenticeships, prevailing wages, and infrastructure investments tours GSM’s Corporate Headquarters in Oregon.

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  SMACNA Supports Proposed Rules to Revise the National Apprenticeship System

  Mar 20, 2024 |6 min read — Member Update

  DOL proposal will strengthen labor standards, quality, worker protections, promote various apprenticeship pathways and create a student-centric model of Registered Apprenticeship.

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  Toolbox Talk: Supporting Mental Health in the Workplace

  Mar 20, 2024 |1 min read — Member Update

  Learn more about how you can help workers who are experiencing symptoms of anxiety and depressive disorders through compassion and supportive leadership.

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  Rep. Brendon Boyle (D-PA-2) Greets SMACPAC Ambassadors at FL Spring Training Game PAC Event

  Mar 20, 2024 |1 min read — Member Update

  Several SMACNA Members greet and chat with Philadelphia-area Congressman as the Philadelphia Phillies faced off in an exhibition matchup in Clearwater, FL.

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  Webinar Reminder: Fiberglass Duct Liner for Efficient & Quiet HVAC Systems

  Mar 20, 2024 |1 min read — Member Update

  Mark your calendar and remember to register for this free webinar being held on March 27.

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