$13 billion proposal would double funding that supports the trades
An Illinois congressman in early June called for the doubling of federal funding for career and technical education (CTE) programs nationwide
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Senate releases ‘big, beautiful bill’: A mixed bag for contractors
The Senate's version of the 'big, beautiful bill' deals a key blow to the HVAC industry, but maintains some contractor-friendly proposals
Trade groups tell Congress: Don’t touch Energy Star
Following recent reports that Energy Star could be shut down or privatized, over 30 trade groups this week sent a clear message to Congress
Lawmakers move to protect low-income HVAC program
A bipartisan set of lawmakers on Monday introduced a bill to protect a $4 billion HVAC program, as the Trump administration eyes cutting it
What’s at stake as HVAC tax credits hit the chopping block
Eliminating a pair of HVAC-focused tax credits would strain both the grid and contractor jobs nationwide, according to new research
‘Make America Skilled Again’: Trump administration bets on apprenticeships
A look at the administration's initiative to bolster the trades by investing in apprenticeships and modernizing workforce programs
The ‘big, beautiful bill’: What’s in it for contractors
The legislation, now on its way to the Senate, proposes a handful of changes that impact contractors, including key tax incentives
House bill eases HVAC training costs
As part of the "big, beautiful bill" passed by the House, an education-focused savings plan will be expanded to include HVAC programs
EPA chief floats privatizing Energy Star following shutdown reports
Following reports that the Trump administration is planning to shut down Energy Star, EPA chief Lee Zeldin signaled a potential shift
Indiana launches HVAC rebates as funding limbo slows national rollout
The state on May 14 launched its Home Energy Rebates programs, becoming the first to do so since President Trump took office