Member Update

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  The Countdown is Officially On!

  Sep 16, 2026 |2 min read — Member Update

  Donors that want to be recognized on Convention signage should make their contributions as soon as possible, as signage and recognition materials will be printing October 1.

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  SMACNA All Access Episode 2: The St. Louis Residential Marketplace

  Sep 16, 2026 |1 min read — Member Update

  Two member contractors, Welsch Heating & Cooling and the Scott-Lee Heating Company, discuss how union contractors are becoming increasingly competitive in the residential marketplace.

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  New Horizons Foundation Tours MacDonald-Miller Facility Solutions HQ

  Sep 16, 2026 |1 min read — Member Update

  The group got a glimpse of the facility in Seattle to learn more about some of the firm’s ongoing efforts at construction innovation.

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  Safety and Health Conference Registration Now Open

  Sep 16, 2026 |1 min read — Member Update

  This year’s program will tackle some of the issues shaping the industry today, including construction risk management, mental health and well-being, emerging technologies, and evolving jobsite safety challenges.

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  SMACNA Cohosts Dinner Honoring Rep. Don Bacon

  Sep 16, 2026 |1 min read — Member Update

  Event highlighted the work done by the retiring Nebraska lawmaker and long-time friend of SMACNA and influential voice on several issues such as infrastructure, registered apprenticeship, and Davis-Bacon Act reform.

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  Know Before You Go: Canada Mental Health Summits

  Sep 16, 2026 |2 min read — Member Update

  Learn more about the final details of the event being held in Vancouver later this week!

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  Be Prepared for Your Next Bargaining Session: Collective Bargaining Orientation

  Sep 16, 2026 |2 min read — Member Update

  By attending this essential program, you'll gain the confidence and knowledge needed to navigate the complexities of collective bargaining effectively.

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  Rossi Featured in Recent SNIPS Issue

  Sep 16, 2026 |1 min read — Member Update

  The SMACNA Silver Associate Member talked about the birth of their company and how a spirit of innovation led to them tackling real problems on the floor.

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  Plan to Attend the 2026 Council Meeting

  Sep 16, 2026 |2 min read — Member Update

  This event, for Chapter Executives and Councilors only, is an incredible opportunity to engage SMACNA leadership.

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  Read the latest issue of Partners in Progress

  Sep 16, 2026 |1 min read — Member Update

  New issue out now.

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  Register for Collective Bargaining Orientation

  Sep 9, 2026 |2 min read — Member Update

  The session, being held on February 10-11, will give you insights into several key issue areas, including bargaining fundamentals, preparation skills, and understanding costs, benchmarking and analytics.

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  SMACNA Advocates for Bill to Improve IAQ, Living Conditions in Military Housing

  Sep 9, 2026 |3 min read — Member Update

  The MOLD Act would address insufficient oversight, poor maintenance and substandard HVAC systems that have exposed military families to increasing levels of mold and other harmful environmental health conditions in base housing.

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  Financial Boot Camp: Time is Running Out to Register

  Sep 9, 2026 |1 min read — Member Update

  Through hands-on exercises, case studies, and real-world applications, you’ll strengthen your understanding of financial statements, cash flow, credit, strategic planning, and other financial concepts that can help you make better business decisions.

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  Council Meeting Registration Now Open

  Sep 9, 2026 |1 min read — Member Update

  In addition, SMACNA continues to accept topics for the December 6-8, 2026 meeting in San Diego at the Gaylord Pacific Resort & Convention Center.

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  SMACNA Government & Political Affairs Federal Announcements

  Sep 9, 2026 |22 min read — Member Update

  Learn more about what has been going on in the federal sector over the period ranging from Saturday, August 29, 2026 to Friday, September 4, 2026.

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  Read the Latest Suicide Prevention Week Toolbox Talk

  Sep 9, 2026 |1 min read — Member Update

  Learn more about how the TASC model can help you keep your teammates safe.

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  BE4ALL Calendar Art Contest Ends September 12

  Sep 9, 2026 |2 min read — Member Update

  Submit original artwork by you or a family member to be featured in the BE4ALL 2027 Calendar, and win some incredible prizes.

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  Annual Notice of the 2026 IFUS Contributors Meeting

  Sep 2, 2026 |1 min read — Member Update

  The Annual Meeting of SMACN-IFUS Contributors shall be held for the purpose of electing new trustees for those positions whose tenure is expiring and transacting such other business as may properly come before the contributors.

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  SMAC-AF Leadership Club Update

  Sep 2, 2026 |3 min read — Member Update

  The SMAC Administrative Fund helps SMACNA expand member participation and sustain the political engagement needed to advance our industry’s priorities.

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  Call for Agenda Topics – Council of Chapter Representatives Meeting

  Sep 2, 2026 |1 min read — Member Update

  Submit topics for the upcoming Council of Chapter Representatives Meeting, scheduled for December 6-8, 2026, in San Diego at the Gaylord Pacific Resort & Convention Center.

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