News Archive

Contracts Bulletin #118 (2.0) : Force Majeure Provisions: COVID-19

Jun 1, 2021 |4 min read — Contracts Bulletin

Over the last year, many industries have experienced supply delays and workforce shortages resulting from the spread of COVID-19. The construction industry certainly was not immune to these issues.

Spring Issue of SMART Journal Available Online

May 27, 2021 |1 min read — Member Update

The Spring issue of SMART includes a special focus on building back the union and explores how the Biden administration is positively impacting the industry. The issue also highlights TABB contractors on the frontlines and the SMART–SMACNA diversity

Episode #16: Diversity and Equity in the Industry

May 13, 2021 |2 min read — Member Update

In Episode 16 of Let’s Talk Shop, host Angie Simon, CEO, Western Allied Mechanical, chats with Leah Rambo, Training Director and Fund Administrator at Sheet Metal Workers Local 28, about the diversity, women in the trade and inclusion opportunities

SMACNA’s New Website Is Live!

May 13, 2021 |3 min read — Member Update

SMACNA has launched a new website, focused on the needs of members and chapter executives while also serving to raise awareness of our industry. The site contains many new features and advantages outlined below.

TAB Contractor, EB&I, Helps Businesses in New Mexico Evaluate Their HVAC Systems

May 12, 2021 |2 min read — Member Update

The pandemic helped create some amazing opportunities for contractors like Tony Kocurek, owner of Energy Balance &, Integration (EB&I), an Albuquerque, N.M.-based TAB business. In 2020, EB&I helped customers from hospitals to casinos address their

SMACNA Urges House to Support, Cosponsor H.R. 3079

Mar 18, 2021 |2 min read — Letters & Testimony

SMACNA urged Members to support H.R. 3079, “The Energy Savings Through Public-Private Partnerships Act” sponsored by Representative Peter Welch (D- VT) and cosponsored by Representative Kinzinger (R-IL).  H.R. 3079 has been reported from subcommittee

SMACNA Urges Congress to Support H.R. 7079, The Clean Start: Back to Work Tax Credit Act

Mar 18, 2021 |2 min read — Letters & Testimony

Though Congress included funds through expanded Small Business Administration (SBA) loans to businesses, SMACNA is concerned that the countless unanticipated safety, sanitation and health protocols for construction sites and firms can burden recovery

Products and Services Update

Feb 24, 2021 |1 min read — Products & Services Update

At this time of year, the normal tradition is for a SMACNA President to bid farewell in this column, but as we all know, 2020 has not been normal and I am only at the midway point of an extended tenure.

SMACNA Urges House to Support H.R. 447, The National Apprenticeship Act of 2021

Feb 8, 2021 |2 min read — Letters & Testimony

SMACNA members know that investing in registered skill training is the only way to ensure long-term viability and growth for the nation's most important industries.  This is why SMACNA supports H.R. 8294, The National Apprenticeship Act of 2020,

SMACNA Names Iowa Contractor Guy Gast as 2020 Contractor of the Year

Dec 7, 2020 |3 min read — Press Release

The Sheet Metal and Air Conditioning Contractors’ National Association (SMACNA), the leading voice in promoting quality and excellence in the sheet metal and air conditioning industry, today announced Guy Gast, president of The Waldinger Corporation,

SMACNA Names Ginger Slaick as 2020 Chapter Executive of the Year

Dec 7, 2020 |3 min read — Press Release

The Sheet Metal and Air Conditioning Contractors’ National Association (SMACNA), the leading voice in promoting quality and excellence in the sheet metal and air conditioning industry, today announced Ginger Slaick, executive vice president

SMACNA Urges Congress to Support Tax Extenders

Dec 7, 2020 |1 min read — Letters & Testimony

A collection of targeted tax provisions that expired in 2020, SMACNA would like to extend provisions, including 179D, offer building owners tax incentives to facilitate the retrofitting of existing commercial building indoor air quality ventilation

SMACNA Supports The American Nuclear Infrastructure Act of 2020 - S. 4897

Dec 3, 2020 |2 min read — Letters & Testimony

In a letter to the Senate, SMACNA expressed its support for S. 4897, The American Nuclear Infrastructure Act of 2020.  Introduced by Senators Barrasso joined by Senators Whitehouse, Booker, Crapo, and Moore-Capito as original cosponsors. S.

SMACNA Encourages Congress to Ensure Small Businesses Can Deduct Eligible Expenses

Dec 2, 2020 |2 min read — Letters & Testimony

In the approved CARES Act, the PPP was designed to help small businesses survive major liquidity shortfalls, retain employees, and withstand an unprecedented economic disruption due to the COVID-19 pandemic. However, IRS notice 2020-32 undermines the

SMACNA Urges Senate Passage of H.R. 8294, The National Apprenticeship Act of 2020

Dec 1, 2020 |2 min read — Letters & Testimony

SMACNA seeks statutory authority for the Office of Apprenticeship (OA) withing DOL. SMACNA members support the DOL registered apprenticeship program and Joint Apprenticeship Training Centers (JATCs).

SMACNA Endorses H.R. 7079, The Clean Start: Back to Work Tax Credit Act

Nov 30, 2020 |2 min read — Letters & Testimony

Though Congress included funds through expanded Small Business Administration (SBA) loans to businesses, SMACNA is concerned that the countless unanticipated safety, sanitation and health protocols for construction sites and firms can burden recovery

SMACNA Urges Senate to Support Small Business Paycheck Protection Program Reform Bills

Nov 30, 2020 |2 min read — Letters & Testimony

Extending the loan forgiveness period for PPP loans would allow SMACNA businesses to use PPP loan funds to buy personal protective equipment for staff, and to pay for virus mitigation measures to comply with public health guidelines. Guidance is also

SMACNA Supports Bipartisan Reform Bills Allowing Deductible Expenses Related to PPP Loans - S. 3833

Sep 10, 2020 |2 min read — Letters & Testimony

Though Congress included funds through expanded Small Business Administration (SBA) loans to businesses, in a recent letter to the Senate, SMACNA expressed its deep concern that the definitions put forth by regulatory

SMACNA Supports Bipartisan Small Business Paycheck Protection Program Reform Bills - S. 3833, S. 361

Sep 8, 2020 |2 min read — Letters & Testimony

In a letter to the U.S. Senate, SMACNA expressed its deep concern that the definitions put forth by regulatory agencies interpreting the legislation surrounding Small Business Administration (SBA) loans to small businesses do not expressly include

H.R. 5544 - Stop Unfair Bid Shopping (SUBS) Act

Aug 3, 2020 |2 min read — Federal Issues

If enacted, the SUBS Act would provide federal construction subcontractors with confidence that when post-award subcontractor changes are made and cost-savings occur, the benefit accrues to the federal government and not exclusively to the prime