New York bill takes aim at state’s disastrous refrigerant regulations
On January 21, Assemblyman Bill Conrad introduced A09596 in the New York State Assembly. This bill would overturn the state’s […]
Regulation Reform
Supreme Court asked to review non-condensing furnace ban: What it means for your business
Update: January 26, 2026 The American Gas Association and its co-petitioners have filed a petition asking the U.S. Supreme Court […]
EPA announces enforcement discretion on R-410A installation deadline
Thank you to every contractor who took action and signed ACCA’s recent Action Alert about extending the January 1, 2026, […]
ACCA comments back EPA installation deadline removal, push for VRF relief
ACCA submitted comments last week supporting EPA’s proposal to eliminate the January 1, 2026, installation deadline for residential and light […]
EPA’s proposed deadline relief leaves VRF systems behind — help fix it
As part of its reconsideration of the Technology Transitions Rule, EPA is proposing to eliminate the January 1, 2026, installation […]
Lawmakers push back against state fuel bans with Energy Choice Act: What contractors need to know
In June, Congressman Nick Langworthy (R-NY) and Senator Jim Justice (R-WV) introduced H.R. 3699 and S. 1945, the Energy Choice […]
EPA proposes rollback of refrigerant rule: What it means for HVACR contractors
Heeding the urgent supply chain concerns raised by HVACR contractors and their customers over the past year, the Environmental Protection […]
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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.
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 […]
Three shifts in the regulatory landscape and how to navigate them
Historically, regulatory shifts have shaped the HVACR industry. Periodic changes and updates have typically been followed by a relatively predictable […]
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 […]
ACCA chair heads to Washington to advocate on behalf of contractors
As the Trump Administration marks its first 100 days, now more than ever, the contractor voice must be considered in […]
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 […]
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 […]
UPDATE: New York State bans some refrigerants immediately, bans A2L equipment in 2034: What contractors need to know
UPDATE – February 6, 2025 – The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (NYSDEC) has announced a delay in […]
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 […]
We asked the experts: What’s next for IRA funding?
In the latest edition of ACCA’s Codes and Coffee, which took place right before the administration changed on January 20, […]
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. […]
ACCA advocacy: Major wins for HVACR contractors in EPA’s final rule on HFC management
Thanks to ACCA’s persistent advocacy efforts, the Environmental Protection Agency’s latest rule under the AIM Act will allow more flexibility […]
Burdensome Regulations Should be Reconsidered, ACCA Says Following Supreme Court Decision
On July 30, ACCA President and CEO Barton James sent a letter to the White House regarding the Supreme Court […]
