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IAPMO’s Dain Hansen Appointed to U.S. Government Industry Trade Advisory Committee

The ITAC system was established to provide industry with a formal avenue for advising the U.S. government on trade policy.
Plumbing & Mechanical Editorial Staff
September 14, 2026

Hansen’s appointment places IAPMO at the table in a public-private advisory system that provides U.S. government policymakers with industry expertise on trade barriers, implementation of trade agreements, uniform conformity assessment programs, and other matters affecting American businesses and workers. 


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Louisiana Plumbing Reform Bill Draws Concerns

As states seek solutions to skilled labor shortages, Louisiana's HB953 highlights the challenge of expanding workforce access while maintaining competency and safety standards.
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Kristen R. Bayles
June 12, 2026

The legislation transfers oversight from the State Plumbing Board of Louisiana and lowers training requirements, prompting debate over the future of plumbing licensure and apprenticeship.


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Maryland’s Utility RELIEF Act allocates over $72 million for equitable home energy upgrades and updates SEIF, expanding access to heat pumps

New heat pump funding and authorization of Maryland’s Strategic Energy Investment Fund for building electrification aims to lower Marylanders’ energy bills and create jobs.
April 14, 2026

In addition to improving energy affordability and creating clean energy economy jobs in Maryland, the building electrification provisions in the Utility RELIEF Act will also support Maryland’s decarbonization goals to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 60% in the next five years and attain net-zero emissions by 2045. 


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Expert panel to address critical supply chain issues

This panel aims to offer actionable solutions during the FGIA Fall Conference.
September 24, 2025

How can companies navigate today’s supply chain turbulence? At the Fenestration and Glazing Industry Alliance (FGIA) 2025 Fall Conference, experts will unpack the economic, legal and compliance challenges shaping the landscape.


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Plumbing Manufacturers International congratulates Jessica Kramer on her confirmation as EPA’s office of water assistant administrator

Jessica Kramer’s confirmation emphasizes collaboration on science-based policies that strengthen U.S. plumbing manufacturing.
September 22, 2025

Plumbing Manufacturers International CEO Kerry Stackpole welcomed Jessica Kramer’s Senate confirmation as EPA Office of Water assistant administrator, noting her balanced approach and commitment to advancing clear, pragmatic water policies that drive innovation and protect U.S. jobs.


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Pundits Karl Rove and Jim Messina explore politics and power at Work Truck Week 2026

Bipartisan conversation to headline NTEA Annual Meeting ahead of U.S. midterms.
September 9, 2025

Work Truck Week 2026 will be held in March 10–13, 2026, at Indiana Convention Center in Indianapolis.


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Charlotte Pipe and Foundry testifies on trade fraud before U.S. House Judiciary subcommittee

Bradford Muller appeared before the U.S. House Judiciary subcommittee on July 22, 2025.
August 27, 2025

Charlotte Pipe VP testified before Congress on how Chinese producers are evading tariffs on cast iron soil pipe and fittings, costing the U.S. millions and undermining fair trade.


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Sean Mccreanor: 3 tips for winning government work

Key takeaways from the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act.
Sean McCreanor
February 9, 2022

The recent passage of the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act represents a tremendous opportunity to modernize the nation’s decaying infrastructure and bring long-outdated systems into the 21st century. 


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