SMACNews May/June 2023

Family + Field — Mom Pods Ease the Transition Back to Work

Weather-ready lactation pods equipped with comfort conveniences will remove barriers to motherhood in the field.

Debt Ceiling Deal Details & More

Negotiators inked a deal to increase the federal debt ceiling and identify areas where they can curb spending. 

Amid Wildfires, HVAC Systems Can Help Improve Indoor Air Quality and Save Lives

Recent wildfires have caused smoke and air quality issues in Canada and several areas of the United States. Canada’s fire season is just the beginning. Similar conditions are anticipated in several areas of the United States, according to CNN meteorologists.

Creating a More Respectful Workplace

Throughout my time in the industry, I’ve seen (and heard) everything regarding the workplace environment. I grew up as a roofer and roofing contractor. As a kid, I was always in the shop, visiting job sites and learning about construction.

Cybersecurity Fatigue Gets Us All Hacked

Cost Segregation Studies: The Forgotten Win-Win for Contractors

A cost segregation study is any real estate owner’s best friend. If you own buildings or are thinking about constructing a building to rent or use in your business, what could be better than a non-cash deduction to offset current-year taxable income?

Court Rejects First Amendment Challenge to Public-Sector PLAs

On June 14, a federal district court in Minnesota dismissed a constitutional challenge to four public-sector project labor agreements (or “PLAs”).

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