News Archive

SMACNA Capitol Hill Webinar Series: Critical Issues in Transportation & Infrastructure

Dec 4, 2025 |1 min read — State Legislative

Sabrina Sussman, Chief Program Officer of the City of Nashville's Choose How You Move initiative, joins us to discuss critical issues in transportation and infrastructure.

Public Sector Market Forecast: State Fiscal Pressures and Opportunities for Contractors

Dec 4, 2025 |1 min read — State Legislative

While state fiscal conditions are tightening, key opportunity areas remain strong — especially in markets supported by federal funding and long-term capital needs.

SMACPAC Update: Record Growth and a Critical Year Ahead

Dec 4, 2025 |2 min read — State Legislative

SMACNA’s Political Action Committee is experiencing unprecedented momentum. Thanks to the support of our members and the rollout of a new, aggressive strategic plan, SMACPAC saw the strongest growth in its history.

Federal Budget Reconciliation Bill Triggers Major State Fiscal Shifts

Dec 4, 2025 |4 min read — State Legislative

Congressional passage of the budget reconciliation package has set off a rapid series of state-level fiscal and policy adjustments that have a direct impact on contractors.

SMACNA Convention Interview: Joe Samia

Dec 3, 2025 |1 min read — Member Update

SMACNA's Secretary-Treasurer sits down with Seth Lennon to discuss the value of SMACNA membership and why constant engagement at events, such as the annual convention, is critical, especially for educational opportunities.

SMACNA Convention Interview: Gary Myers

Dec 3, 2025 |1 min read — Member Update

SMACNA's new Vice President joins Seth Lennon to talk about his rise through the industry, some of the issue areas that he is particularly passionate about, and what he hopes to accomplish on the executive committee.

One Week Left to Register for Collective Bargaining Orientation!

Dec 3, 2025 |2 min read — Member Update

December 10 is the last day to register for the program meant to help you with the knowledge and skills needed to negotiate effectively.

MEP Early Bird Pricing Ends December 7!

Dec 3, 2025 |1 min read — Member Update

Register now for the premier technology conference designed to help industry professionals embrace best practices through peer engagement.

IRS Issues Guidance Regarding Overtime Tax Deduction

Dec 3, 2025 |2 min read — Member Update

Notice clarifies the method by which workers may determine the allowable deduction amount in the absence of a separate employer-level accounting of qualified overtime on information returns such as Forms W-2 or 1099.

Attend Thursday’s Webinar on Transportation and Infrastructure

Dec 3, 2025 |1 min read — Member Update

The next entry in SMACNA’s Capitol Hill series features longtime transportation official Sabrina Sussman for a discussion of the critical issues that contractors should be informed of.

Join Next Week’s Webinar on Transportation and Infrastructure

Nov 25, 2025 |1 min read — Member Update

The next entry in SMACNA’s Capitol Hill series features longtime transportation official Sabrina Sussman for a discussion of the critical issues that contractors should be informed of.

Cutoff Date for Collective Bargaining Orientation Fast Approaching!

Nov 25, 2025 |2 min read — Member Update

December 10th is the last day to register for the one-and-a-half day workshop designed to equip you with the knowledge and skills needed to negotiate effectively.

Save the Date: SMACNA Washington DC Leadership Conference

Nov 25, 2025 |1 min read — Member Update

Join us on May 6-8 2026, for the flagship SMACNA event focusing on key regulatory and legislative issues for our industry!

SMACNA Convention Interview: Scott Vidimos

Nov 25, 2025 |1 min read — Member Update

SMACNA's new President-Elect looks at trends he's seeing in the industry and how our contractors are adapting to the changing landscape.

SMACNA Convention Interview: Tom Martin

Nov 25, 2025 |1 min read — Member Update

Seth Lennon sits down with SMACNA's Past President to reflect on his term in office.

New Technical Resource Bulletin (TRB)

Nov 24, 2025 |1 min read — Member Update

From the Technical Resources Department. Update to the SMACNA HVAC Duct Construction Standards, Metal and Flexible, Fourth Edition, Figure 2-18 Corner Closures - Flanges.

Announcing the Exhibit Hall at the 2026 MEP Innovation Conference

Nov 19, 2025 |1 min read — Member Update

The Exhibit Hall is the central hub of the conference—designed for hands-on discovery, live demos, and meaningful conversations with the industry’s leading innovators.

SMACNA Convention Interview: Todd Hill and Mike Coleman

Nov 18, 2025 |1 min read — Member Update

SMACNA’s President and SMART’s General President discuss the ongoing labor management partnership and their hopes for the coming year.

SMACNA Convention Interview: Todd Hill

Nov 18, 2025 |1 min read — Member Update

SMACNA’s New President sits down with Seth Lennon to talk about his rise through the industry and outlines his goals for his term.

Registration Now Open: February 2026 Chapter Executives Institute

Nov 18, 2025 |1 min read — Member Update

Program features educational sessions, local chapter reports, an overview of the upcoming convention, and valuable opportunities for information exchange among chapter executives and national SMACNA staff.