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September 16, 2011

By Angela D. Harris

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It’s time to pass another stimulus bill. At least that is what President Obama thinks.

Nov. 22, 2011: Repeal of 3 Percent Withholding Tax on Government Contracts Signed Into Law

November 22, 2011

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Legislation repealing the 3 percent withholding tax on government contracts has been signed into law by President Obama. The legislation, H.R. 674 - 3% Withholding Repeal and Job Creation Act, also includes a provision providing tax credits to companies hiring military veterans.

California Regulation Could Go National

December 5, 2011

By Peter Powell

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In the category of “as California goes, so goes the rest of the nation,” the HVACR industry has been closely watching the impact of what is being called “the nation’s first comprehensive regulation to reduce potent greenhouse gases from commercial and industrial refrigeration.”

Kill Bill: The 112th Congress's Impact on the Industry

January 16, 2012

By Herb Woerpel

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What has Congress done for the HVAC industry lately? Answer: Not a whole lot.

Industry Reacts to 25C Expiration

January 23, 2012

By Herb Woerpel

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For the time being, the 25C residential energy tax credit has officially expired. Since many HVAC residential contractors used the tax credit as a selling tool, there has been a lot of discussion about how the expiration will affect the industry, and if there is any hope for an extension of the credit.

Is A/C to Blame for D.C.'s Mess?

February 6, 2012

By Peter Powell

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Imagine my surprise when I saw the December 2011 bulletin of the American Association of Retired Persons (AARP) with this giant headline on the cover: “How Air Conditioning, Cable News, and Thomas Jefferson Created the Mess in Washington.”

Feb. 20, 2012: Legislation Introduced to Create Nationwide Energy Efficiency Program

February 20, 2012

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Rep. Peter Welch (D-Vt.) has unveiled bipartisan legislation to create a nationwide energy efficiency program that he said will create jobs, save homeowners money, and reduce carbon emissions.

Senate Proposes New Legislation: Cut Energy Bills at Home Act

February 20, 2012

By Herb Woerpel

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A new bill, known as the Cut Energy Bills at Home Act, has been proposed in the Senate. Senate Bill 1914 would establish a $2,000 base credit for homeowners who reduce energy use by 20 percent through the installation of energy-efficient equipment.

Programs Lead Way on Energy Efficiency

March 5, 2012

By Robert Wilkins

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The HVACR industry continues to introduce new technologies — and build upon existing technologies — that provide opportunities to improve energy efficiency. While new federal legislation hasn’t helped spur deployment of such technologies, state and local initiatives are moving ahead.

March 26, 2012: MCA Chicago Seeks Restoration of Mechanics Lien Rights

March 26, 2012

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The Mechanical Contractors Association of Chicago (MCA Chicago) is urging Illinois legislators to restore the Illinois Mechanics Lien Act to its original intent, reversing an Illinois Supreme Court decision that limits a contractor’s ability to collect on work performed for properties that end up in foreclosure.

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