News Archive
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Webinar Recording: Courageous Conversations
May 22, 2024 |1 min read — Member Update
Watch this webinar to better understand how to help transform their top performers into tangible leaders.
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CEA National Issues Conference Interview: Julie Su
May 15, 2024 |1 min read — Member Update
Seth Lennon sits down with the Acting Secretary of Labor to talk about some of the workforce-related issues confronting our industry.
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May 15, 2024 |1 min read — Member Update
SMACNA’s recent webinar discussed how to plan for a time when you’re no longer running your business.
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The Virtual Workplace: Understanding EEOC’s Harassment Guidance
May 15, 2024 |3 min read — Member Update
Learn more about the new rules governing conduct within remote and hybrid work environments.
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OSHA Presents Initial Regulatory Framework for Heat Safety Rule
May 15, 2024 |1 min read — Member Update
New rule is designed to address dangers of workplace heat and reduce the health risks related to heat and its impact on both indoor and outdoor workers.
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Chris Hronek Interviewed in latest episode of Construction Dorkcast
May 15, 2024 |1 min read — Member Update
SMACNA’s 2024 Innovator of the Year joins podcast co-hosted by SMACNA’s Travis Voss.
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OSHA Restructures Regional Operations
May 15, 2024 |1 min read — Member Update
Agency to create a new regional office that will oversee the operations in several southern states.
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Construction Employers of America (CEA) Representatives Visit Capitol Hill, Meet Agency Leaders Duri
May 9, 2024 — Media Mention
Members of the ICE-BAC; FCA; MCAA; The SMACNA; SWACCA; and The TAUC, collectively Construction Employers of America, visited more than 100 Congressional offices and Members of Congress during their National Issues Conference May 6-8.
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SMACNA Urges Congress to Pass FAA Reauthorization
May 8, 2024 |2 min read — Member Update
SMACNA contractors are working on almost every significant airport expansion, upgrade or new construction project across the nation, activity that would be funded and enhanced by H.R. 3935.
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SMACNA CEO Publishes Editorial on Need for Younger Workers in Trades
May 8, 2024 |1 min read — Member Update
Piece penned by Aaron Hilger, run in newspapers in Florida, Pennsylvania, and West Virginia talks about the benefits of a career in the trades for high school graduates.
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Webinar: Project Labor Agreements on Federal & Federally Assisted Construction Projects
May 8, 2024 |3 min read — Member Update
Learn more about the unprecedented support that the Biden administration has provided to unions and signatory contractors by mandating PLAs on large-scale federal construction projects for the first time. You can learn about the importance of this
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Holman is SMACNA’s Newest Silver Associate Member
May 8, 2024 |2 min read — Member Update
This global leader in the automotive space has dealerships all across the country and specializes in vehicle acquisition and fleet management for small to medium sized businesses in the trades.
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Contractors Pair with Local High School on Building Future Labor Force
May 8, 2024 |1 min read — Member Update
Collaboration centers on the development of the HVAC component of training space so that students can be better prepared for a career in the trades through participation in one two Certified Pre-Apprenticeship programs in Wisconsin.
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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.
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H.R. 3934 – The FAA Reauthorization Act of 2024
May 7, 2024 |1 min read — Federal Issues
SMACNA urges House support of H.R. 3934, legislative which would reform the nation’s airport infrastructure.
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Video 101: How to Make Compelling Content
May 3, 2024 |3 min read — Chapter Leadership
As video becomes the dominant form of storytelling, here are some hints on how your chapter can leverage these assets to advance your messaging.
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Take Part in A Contractors Operations Study
May 3, 2024 |1 min read — Chapter Leadership
Data collected from survey will be leveraged to create a paper titled "Enhancing BIM Scheduling Practices for MEP Contractors."
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Submit Your Chapter Events & Sponsorship Opportunities!
May 3, 2024 |1 min read — Chapter Leadership
Help us spread the word about your chapter’s activities to our Premier Partners and Associate Members.
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Learning Journey: Culinary Connections with Aarti Sequeira
May 3, 2024 |2 min read — Chapter Leadership
Food Network star will lead this engaging session, sharing her unique blend of culinary art and cultural wisdom.
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Deadline Approaching for 2024 SMACNA Safety Awards
May 3, 2024 |2 min read — Chapter Leadership
June 1 is the final day that applications will be accepted for the Safety Achievement Awards and the Safety Innovator of the Year Award.