News Archive

SMACNA Contractors: Be Prepared for a Potential Government Shutdown

Dec 20, 2024 |3 min read — State Legislative

A government shutdown may occur on or around December 20, 2024, and there may well be significant implications for public and private contracting businesses and the construction industry.

State Election Activity Update – December 2024

Nov 22, 2024 |6 min read — State Legislative

Learn more about some of the recent ballot measures and state elections that will have an impact on SMACNA contractors. 

June 2024 Update: State Legislative Activity

Jun 10, 2024 |4 min read — State Legislative

Learn more about how manufacturing construction is booming thanks to the CHIPS Act, the Commerce Department's effort to promote women in construction, and how members can support SMACPAC.  

May 2024 Update: State Legislative Activity

May 7, 2024 |6 min read — State Legislative

SMACNA staff has been busy supporting economic development efforts for state and local communities around the country.  

April 2024 Update: State Legislative Activity

Apr 8, 2024 |4 min read — State Legislative

Learn more about how SMACNA Oregon-SW Washington's Work on Retainage Reform, Biden Administration Approves Wind Project, DOE Approves Clean Energy Funding at Current and Former Mining Sites. 

March 2024 Update: State Legislative Activity

Mar 12, 2024 |3 min read — State Legislative

Learn more about a mega project coming to Los Angeles, a massive new development happening in New York, and a massive donation being made to combat construction worker suicide. 

February 2024 Update: State Legislative Activity

Feb 5, 2024 |3 min read — State Legislative

Learn more about Wal-Mart's ambitious remodeling plan, the proposed natural gas ban in Chicago, and consider participating in one of the several Federal sector webinars taking place this month!

December Update: State Legislative Activity

Nov 3, 2023 |4 min read — State Legislative

Read more about the recent developments at the state and local level, including how the Department of Energy annoucement of $31 Million in Grants for Retrofits and Energy Efficiency for 19 States could impact your business. 

October Update: State Legislative Activity

Oct 9, 2023 |4 min read — State Legislative

Read more about the recent developments at the state and local level that could impact SMACNA contractors.