SMACPAC Ambassadors engage with lawmakers from both sides of the aisle building relationships that benefit all contractors.
SMACPAC Ambassadors maintained the momentum from 2025 in 2026, attending events featuring Members of Congress from both sides of the aisle.
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SMACNA President (Platinum Pacesetter) Todd Hill, President-Elect (Premier Pacesetter) Scott Vidimos, Political Pacesetter Tom Gunning, Jack Desmond, and Kevin Gill all joined the Rep. Nick LaLota (R-NY) retreat at the Trump International Golf Club in Florida for golf and lunch.

Chairman's Club Member Todd Byxbe met this week with Chairman Sam Graves (R-MO) and the second-ranking Rep. Dave Rouzer (R-NC) of the GOP House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee in Jackson Hole, WY.

Platinum Pacesetter and SMACPAC Treasurer Stan Kolbe with SMACNA Champion Rep. Stephen Lynch (D-MA).

Political Pacesetters Carmen Koo and Gina Medel joined Reps Linda Chavez (D-CA) and Jimmy Panetta (D-CA) at the 2026 Grammy Awards.
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Feb 4, 2026 — Member Update
Jul 15, 2026 - SMACNA is rolling out a new video series, titled SMACNA All Access that will document the work being done by the association to improve the sheet metal industry and encourage the prosperity of its member companies.
Jul 15, 2026 - Seth Lennon is joined by Jen Clark and Brandon Patterson to discuss educational opportunities available to SMACNA members.
Jul 15, 2026 - In a recent ACHR interview, SMACNA’s Executive Director of Government Affairs discusses how the newly enacted housing law will expand retrofit opportunities, support new housing installations, and encourage the use of smart building technology.