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Please continue sending chapter news, project updates, advocacy efforts, workforce initiatives, and member success stories for inclusion in future editions of the SMACNA State & Local Newsletter.

We want to continue highlighting the important work happening across our chapters.

Please continue sending chapter news, project updates, advocacy efforts, workforce initiatives, and member success stories for inclusion in future editions of the SMACNA State & Local Newsletter.

We are also always available to attend chapter meetings, events, and industry gatherings whenever possible. Connecting directly with members and hearing about your local priorities strengthens our collective advocacy efforts nationwide.

To share updates or coordinate an event, please contact Denise Murphy McGraw at dmurphymcgraw@smacna.org.

May 22, 2026 — State Legislative

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