March 19, 2015
Reading Time: 2 minutesSubmitted by Justin A. Mihalik, AIA, 2015 ArchiPAC Steering Committee Member
The Grassroots Leadership & Legislative Conference over the years has moved its focus from Leadership to Advocacy and Legislative efforts, and this year was no exception. More than 800 AIA members attended the Conference and were trained on this year’s Legislative Agenda. In addition, AIA Leaders raised $57,000 for ArchiPAC, exceeding the goals for the Conference! If you have not donated, it is never too late, click here! Thank you to all those AIANJ members who did contribute as we are in full swing to exceed our goals for this Legislative season.
Here is a synopsis of the Talking Points for the Capitol Hill visits. The full version can be downloaded here.
Issue 1: Promote the Preservation of Historic Buildings and Spaces
Issue 2: Help Communities Prepare to Withstand Natural Disasters and other Hazards
Issue 3: Invest in the Next Generation of Leaders
Issue 4: Oppose the Repeal of Federal Energy-Saving Goals
AIA Leaders from across the nation took to Capitol Hill, even some when Federal offices were closed, to meet with their Representatives to urge them to support these important issues. Due to the closing of Federal offices, AIANJ members were not able to meet with all of our Representatives so we will working on an Advocacy day here in NJ. If you are interested in being an Advocate, please join the Advocacy Network by clicking here! If you have any questions please contact Justin Mihalik, AIA at jmihalik@jam-arch.com.
By admin | Posted in AIA-NJ News, Historic Resources, NJ Architect Newsletter | Tagged: AIA Grassroots, Historic Buildings Tax Credit, HR 1878, National Design Services Act, S924 | Comments (0)
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