Member Update

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  SMACNA Interview: Chris Hronek

  Feb 14, 2024 |1 min read — Member Update

  The 2024 SMACNA Innovator of the Year discusses the need for ongoing development of new technologies within the industry.

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  Justin Crandol Featured in New SNIPS Article

  Feb 14, 2024 |1 min read — Member Update

  SMACNA’s Director of Safety joins his peers for a discussion about safety priorities in 2024.

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  SMACNA Legislative Chair Attends PGA Phoenix Open, Congressional Retreat

  Feb 14, 2024 |1 min read — Member Update

  SMACNA Legislative Committee Chair and SMAC PAC Committee Member Carmen Koo meets with Representatives Lori Chavez-DeRemer (R-OR-5) and Anthony D’Esposito (R-NY-4)during the WM PGA Open Golf Event in Scottsdale, AZ.

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  Interest-Based Bargaining Workshop for Chapters and Local Unions Held in Orlando

  Feb 14, 2024 |1 min read — Member Update

  Session prepared bargainers for negotiations by teaching them best practices on how to maintain trust throughout the course of discussions.

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  SMACNA Working to Reinforce Support for Tax Bill in U.S. Senate

  Feb 7, 2024 |2 min read — Member Update

  H.R. 7024, which addresses SMACNA priorities such as reforms to the R&D tax credit, bonus depreciation and equipment expensing, passed the U.S. House by an overwhelming margin. 

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  SMACNA Premier Partner Interview: Mestek Machinery

  Feb 7, 2024 |1 min read — Member Update

  Mike Bailey talks about some of the innovative product lines that Mestek is pioneering, while also outlining the value of their ongoing partnership with SMACNA.  

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  Chris Hronek Named SMACNA Innovator of the Year

  Feb 7, 2024 |1 min read — Member Update

  The award, presented at the 2024 MEP Innovation Conference, recognizes a pioneer from a SMACNA member contractor who champions innovation and continuous improvement across their company and the industry.

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  SMACNA Urges House to Support the Apprentice-Related Childcare Act

  Feb 7, 2024 |2 min read — Member Update

  H.R. 6377 establishes a competitive grant program that would enable ten states to administer childcare stipends to a certain number of workers who are enrolled in apprenticeship and pre-apprenticeship programs.

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  New Bronze Associate Member: Pelles.ai

  Feb 7, 2024 |2 min read — Member Update

  Learn more about how the Pelles platform allows users to work better with their construction documents to save time and win more projects.

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  Regulation of the Month: Independent Contractor Rules

  Feb 7, 2024 |1 min read — Member Update

  Video focuses on the new rule that determines whether a worker can be classified as an independent contractor or an employee.

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  DOL to Host Webinar Series on Prevailing Wages and Fringe Benefits

  Feb 7, 2024 |1 min read — Member Update

  February 27, May 15, and August 29 sessions will detail requirements under the Davis-Bacon Act, the Service Contract Act, and other similar laws.

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  DOL issues Final Rules clarifying Employee or Independent Contractor Status

  Jan 29, 2024 |6 min read — Member Update

  Rules clarifying whether workers can be classified as independent contractors under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). 

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  SMACNA Joins Other Trade Associations in Supporting Bipartisan Tax Legislation

  Jan 29, 2024 |2 min read — Member Update

  U.S. House Ways and Means Committee features SMACNA’s statement of support for the Tax Relief for American Families and Workers Act. 

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  OSHA civil penalty amounts adjusted for 2024

  Jan 24, 2024 |1 min read — Member Update

  Changes in amounts reflect current levels of inflation.

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  NEMIC Seeking to Hire Field Representative & Technical Specialist

  Jan 24, 2024 |1 min read — Member Update

  Role serves critical function in building joint labor/management partnerships that can promote ICB and TABB contractors to various public/private stakeholders.

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  SMACNA Urges Senate to Quickly Confirm Julie Su

  Jan 16, 2024 |2 min read — Member Update

  SMACNA circulates letter to Senators voicing support for Acting Secretary Su to be confirmed as the 30th Secretary of Labor.

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  Time is running out to register for the Collective Bargaining Orientation!

  Jan 16, 2024 |1 min read — Member Update

  Comprehensive session designed to help both new negotiators and experienced collective bargainers prepare for their next collective bargaining session.

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  Limited Seats Remain for the Collective Bargaining Orientation

  Dec 19, 2023 |1 min read — Member Update

  Whether you are a new negotiator or an experienced collective bargainer, this two-day workshop will prepare you for your next collective bargaining session

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  SMACNA Urges Senate to Pass Nuclear Energy Legislation

  Dec 13, 2023 |2 min read — Member Update

  The ADVANCE Act would promote the deployment of advanced, safe nuclear reactor technology.

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  2023 SMACNA Convention Interview: Tamara Weaver (Modern Niagara)

  Dec 13, 2023 |1 min read — Member Update

  Representative from the Canadian SMACNA Safety Excellence Award winner talks about their company’s total commitment to safety in the workplace.

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