The U.S. House of Representatives passed a resolution Wednesday
recognizing the plumbing industry and supporting the goals and ideals of
National Plumbing Industry Week, which is being celebrated April 27-May 3.
The
resolution is meant to recognize the 125th anniversary of the Plumbing-Heating-Cooling
Contractors—National Association and the role the plumbing industry plays in
protecting the health and safety of the nation.
“This is a
significant acknowledgment of our industry’s contributions to society,” said PHCC
President Jim Finley (C.N. Finley, New Orleans, LA). “We
believe this gives National Plumbing Industry Week the recognition it
deserves.”
The resolution was introduced by Reps. Nydia
Velazquez (D-NY), chairwoman of the House Small Business Committee,
and Steve Chabot (R-Ohio), ranking member on the
committee. They wanted to recognize the commitment of the plumbing
industry, which is comprised of mostly small businesses.
PHCC will kick off National Plumbing Industry
with a May 1 rally on Capitol Hill. The rally will showcase the
importance the plumbing industry plays in water conservation. Ben
Grumbles, Environmental Protection Agency assistant administrator,
will join the rally on behalf of WaterSense, EPA’s water efficiency
program.
Members of Congress have been invited to attend. Rep. Lynn
Westmoreland (R-GA) is expected to speak of his state’s experiences
with a severe drought earlier this year. Several leaders in the industry
from groups, such as the International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical
Officials and the American Supply Association, also will attend.
To view the resolution, click on http://thomas.loc.gov/ and search by bill
number for H. RES. 1082.
