California Politics and Industry News
Governor Newsom’s New and Definitive List of Essential Workers
Governor Newsom has included construction in all forms in his list of Essential Workers. CLICK HERE to read the document in full.
Construction Subcontracts and Timely Notice Issues That May Arise Due to COVID-19
SACRAMENTO - The following article was written for CAL SMACNA members by William C. Last. Mr. Last is an attorney who has been specializing in Construction Law for over 40 years. In this article he reviews common elements of a construction contract that...
HVAC/R Industry Statement to Local & State Governments on COVID-19 Travel Related Restrictions
Click Here to view the: HVACR Industry COVID19 Joint Travel Restriction Statement
Bay Area Orders on Construction Industry Could be Model for Other Jurisdictions in California
SACRAMENTO - In the past few days, Governor Newsom has issued a statewide Executive Order and specific Industry Guidance Documents related to the COVID-19 crisis. However, at this time, the legally enforceable requirements are coming ONLY from local...
California Taxpayer Relief Due to COVID-19 Pandemic
California Taxpayer Relief Due to COVID-19 PandemicSACRAMENTO - California Governor Gavin Newsom issued an Executive Order (press release available here) directing the Employment Development Department, the Franchise Tax Board, the State Board of...
U.S. Small Business Administration Offers Disaster Assistance to California Small Businesses Impacted by the Coronavirus
U.S. Small Business Administration Offers Disaster Assistance to California Small Businesses Impacted by the CoronavirusSACRAMENTO -The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) is offering low-interest federal disaster loans for working capital to...
ASHRAE Resources Address COVID-19 Concerns
ASHRAE has developed proactive guidance to help address coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) concerns with respect to the operation and maintenance of heating, ventilating and air-conditioning systems.The ASHRAE COVID-19 Preparedness Resources...
CAL SMACNA Shop Tour Highlight: Senator Brian Jones Visits California Sheet Metal
CAL SMACNA would like to thank Mark Austgen and Joe Isom of California Sheet Metal Works (CSM) for hosting Senator Brian Jones (R-San Diego) at their shop in Chula Vista.
SMACNA Video: Chris Walker, Executive VP, CAL SMACNA
Watch CAL SMACNA EVP, Chris Walker, talk to SMACNA about issues relating specifically to California contractors, and how CAL SMACNA’s contractors’ maintain their legacy of success through industry volunteerism.
Industry Leaders Recognized at Western States’ HVAC Industry Golf Tournament
Industry Leaders Recognized at Western States' HVAC Industry Golf TournamentNapa, CA -- On October 30, 2019, three members of California's HVAC industry were recognized by SMART and Western States for their leadership. The proceeds from this annual golf...
EPIC Insurance Appointed as CAL SMACNA’s New Broker of Record and Program Administrator for Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) Workers’ Compensation Program
EPIC Insurance Appointed as CAL SMACNA's New Broker of Record and Program Administrator for Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) Workers' Compensation ProgramCAL SMACNA is pleased to announce the appointment of EPIC Insurance Brokers and Consultants, a...
SMACNA Appoints California Contractor Angie Simon as New President 2019-2020
Austin, Texas -- On October 23, 2019 the Sheet Metal and Air Conditioning Contractors' National Association (SMACNA) announced that Angie Simon of Western Allied Mechanical has been elected by the Board of Directors to serve as president. Simon's...
SMACNA Names California Contractor Carmen Koo as 2019 Contractor Legislative Advocate of the Year
Austin, Texas -- On October 21, 2019 the Sheet Metal and Air Conditioning Contractors' National Association (SMACNA) announced Carmen Koo, president of Applied Air Conditioning, Inc., as the Contractor Legislative Advocate of the Year at its 76th Annual...
CAL SMACNA Shop Tours 2019
CAL SMACNA 2019 Shop Tour SACRAMENTO – Sheet metal shop tours provide excellent opportunities for CAL SMACNA members to meet face-to-face with their elected officials to better educate their representatives about the sheet metal/HVAC industry...
SMACNA Announces the 2019 Winners for Safety Excellence
SMACNA congratulates its members for their outstanding performance in occupational safety and health through SMACNA's Safety Excellent Award Program (SSEAP). There was an overall lower average experience modification rate (EMR) from last year, the 2019...