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 […]
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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 […]
President Trump pauses latest tariffs for 90 days; Raises levy on China to 125%
UPDATE – April 11: The trade war between the U.S. and China continues to heat up. In response to President Trump’s […]
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. […]
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Capitol Insights: Tax policy at the crossroads—Why It matters to contractors
As Congress reconvenes with tax reform on its agenda, HVACR contractors should understand how upcoming decisions could impact their businesses.
House passes FY25 budget: What contractors need to know
In a closely watched vote, the House of Representatives passed its fiscal year 2025 budget resolution Tuesday night, setting the […]
DOE announces sweeping regulatory changes to 7 Biden-era efficiency standards
In a move that’s already sending ripples through the HVACR industry, the Department of Energy (DOE) announced it’s putting the […]
DOE’s latest rule could make tankless water heater installs much harder
A new Department of Energy (DOE) rule will effectively ban non-condensing gas-fired instantaneous (tankless) water heaters starting in 2029, forcing […]
The tax change that could cost contractors: ACCA urges Congress to save 199A
Contractors nationwide have a great deal to gain—or lose—in the upcoming tax debates. At the center of this conversation is […]
ACCA opposes burdensome OSHA requirements, advocates for practical heat illness prevention standards
The Air Conditioning Contractors of America (ACCA) recently submitted formal comments to the U.S. Department of Labor, responding to OSHA’s […]
President Trump’s inauguration signals regulatory change
As the nation transitions to a new administration under President Trump, the regulatory landscape is undergoing immediate changes. Executive order: […]
A peek into the labor and employment crystal ball
Much of national labor and employment policy and enforcement depends on who occupies the White House—and, of course, we are […]
Update: Court issues preliminary injunction for Corporate Transparency Act
On again, off again…the Corporate Transparency Act remains paused after a flurry of legal activity that took place in December. […]
Welcoming new legislators to start 2025 strong
CAAG rolls out the welcome mat Like most associations, advocacy is central to the mission of Conditioned Air Association of […]
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ACCA announces new Government Relations Committee to strengthen HVACR advocacy
The Air Conditioning Contractors of America (ACCA) is proud to announce the formation of its new Government Relations Committee, a dedicated group of industry leaders driving our advocacy efforts forward. This committee’s first meeting took place on October 30, setting the stage for a powerful, strategic approach to advancing HVACR interests in critical policy areas.
