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If you attended the May 9 Issue Briefing Webinar, please find the presentation by NUCA's VP of Government Affairs Zack Perconti below.
TALKING POINTS
This Summit will have a significant focus on the FY2025 Interior/Environment Appropriations bill. In spring 2024, NUCA was able to rescue the funding for our two critical State Revolving Fund resources, but a new appropriations cycle is beginning, and we must urge Congress not to make the same mistake. These talking points will open your discussion and help a lawmaker understand this issue and how these cuts affect this industry and their community.
At the 2024 Washington Summit, NUCA and the utility construction industry have several "asks" for House and Senate lawmakers. This handout summarizes these critical legislative needs and our top priorities.
The construction industry is facing a labor shortage over the next several years, and seeks to promote more workforce development programs and initiatives. H-2B visa reforms and mitigating the damaging effects of project labor agreements are also on the discussion menu.
9.2 million lead service lines remain in use in U.S. cities and should be replaced immediately for improved public health.
New private investment funds could be tapped for infrastructure investments if needed reforms are passed by Congress. Billions of dollars could be made available for infrastructure funding if federal legislation initiates regulatory changes to private activity bond state volume caps.
Investments in American water and wastewater infrastructure over the next four years through the IIJA will deliver economic and public health benefits to every community. Congress has important oversight responsibilities to fulfill to implement fully the $1.2 trillion in projects, including the potential $200 billion in utility construction projects. Lead-pipe service line replacement should also be fully funded.
A synopsis of NUCA's Washington legislative and regulatory program. Suitable for legislators and their staff seeking a quick background on NUCA and the American utility construction industry.
USDOL recently proposed regulatory changes to the Davis-Bacon Act that would apply to contractors and subcontractors who perform construction, alteration, or repair work that is covered by these federal labor rules. Unfortunately, NUCA finds that the proposal reverses many common-sense and necessary reforms to the regulations adopted over the years.
While these videos are from 2021, the information they present continues
to be valid and useful for your 2024 Capitol Hill visits and beyond.
A brief overview for first-time Summit attendees. Covers many of the basics for meeting with your lawmakers.
A must watch for Summit Attendees. The NUCA Government Relations team discussing and reviewing US Civics 101.
The Congressional Briefing is a critical component of the Washington Summit. NUCA staff and Government Relations team discuss several key issues affecting our industry. Talking points, statistics, and important information are shared during this briefing.
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NUCA'S WASHINGTON SUMMIT
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