Capitol Insights: ACCA’s policy priorities—developed by contractors, delivering for contractors
ACCA’s Government Relations Committee gathered 1,100+ contractor comments to select four priority issues and 12 federal solutions.
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ACCA contractors make their voices heard on Capitol Hill
Over 50 HVACR contractors and industry partners came to Washington this week for ACCA’s 2025 Advocacy Day, holding nearly 90 […]
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Congress steps up to save ENERGY STAR program
ENERGY STAR’s future has been uncertain since May, when the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced plans to shut down or privatize the program as part of a broader rollback of energy-efficiency standards. Now, Congress is stepping up to defend the program.
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Time’s running out to cash in on these energy tax credits
The energy efficiency tax credits that have been driving premium system sales are about to disappear. Here’s what contractors can do to take advantage of these incentives before they’re gone.
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QA contractors – what’s next
Energy-efficient home construction just got a reprieve. Contractors working on qualifying projects under the 45L tax credit have more time to complete work before the federal incentive disappears.
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How the new tax law reshapes workforce development for contractors
Two major education funding changes in President Trump’s new tax law open opportunities for HVACR contractors that didn’t exist before. Families can now use college savings accounts for trades training, and federal grants will cover short-term certification programs starting in 2026.
White House suspends “Liberation Day” tariffs for most countries
UPDATE – July 9: The White House has extended the suspension of broad “Liberation Day” tariffs through August 1 for […]
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President Trump signs the “one big, beautiful bill” — what does it mean for contractors?
President Trump signed his “one big, beautiful bill” into law on July 4 after a nail-biting final push in the House. Here’s how HVACR contractors can expect its changes to affect their businesses.
Wins and losses in Senate’s narrowly passed bill: 199A saved, energy efficiency incentives gutted
Update: July 4, 2025 – President Trump has officially signed the “big, beautiful bill” into law. Stay tuned for more […]
ACCA pushes back on Senate proposal to eliminate key HVACR commercial tax incentive
ACCA has sent a letter to Senate Finance Committee Chairman Mike Crapo and House Ways and Means Chairman Jason Smith […]
Senate bill cuts 179D, makes small business deduction permanent without rate hike
The Senate Finance Committee released its version of the “Big Beautiful Bill,” incorporating many small business-friendly provisions from the House […]
Webinar recap: Compressors, refrigerants, and regulations—Copeland experts break down HVACR’s biggest changes
As the HVACR industry experiences rapid change, contractors face challenges in service, supply, and system performance. During ACCA Platinum Strategic […]
New executive order puts renewed focus on registered apprenticeships for the skilled trades
On April 23, 2025, President Donald J. Trump signed an executive order aimed at modernizing federal workforce programs to better […]
Tax breaks for contractors hang in the balance after House budget vote
With the House’s narrow passage of its FY 2025 budget resolution on April 9, lawmakers have cleared the path for […]
Senate passes S.J.Res.4 to preserve customer water heater choice
UPDATE – April 10: The Senate has passed S.J.Res.4 with a 53-44 vote, taking a major step toward overturning DOE’s […]
Contractors speak up at ACCA Town Hall to shape industry priorities
The Contractor Town Hall at ACCA 2025 on March 27 put members in the driver’s seat to shape our advocacy […]
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EPA shares exclusive insights with contractors on refrigerant phasedown at ACCA 2025
Last week at ACCA 2025, James Casey from the Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA’s) Stratospheric Protection Division broke down the recently finalized Refrigerant Management Rule for contractors in attendance.
UPDATE: Business reporting requirements removed for U.S. Companies
UPDATE – March 26, 2025 – In a major regulatory shift, the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) has issued an […]
EPA to “reconsider” refrigerant technology rule – what do you think?
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has announced the largest deregulatory action in U.S. history, launching 31 initiatives aimed at reducing […]
Contractors face payment and project disruptions in looming government shutdown
UPDATE – March 15, 2025: President Trump signed a measure yesterday to fund the government through September, avoiding a shutdown. […]
