July 2018

NAHB, HBI Pledge to Train 50,000 Workers Over Next 5 Years

Attending a White House event on workforce development, NAHB Chairman Randy Noel pledged that NAHB and the Home Builders Institute (HBI) will educate and train 50,000 new workers over the next five years for careers in the construction trades. President Trump signed an executive order that establishes the National Council for the American Worker, which …

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Septic Tank and BMAP Meeting @ SEBC

The Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) and Florida Onsite Wastewater Association (FOWA) Workshop will take place Thursday, August 16, 2018 at 2:00 PM EST during the 2018 Southeast Building Conference (SEBC) in Kissimmee, FL. Click here to register. The DEP/FOWA have agreed to hold a workshop on the latest Florida Springs Protection actions. If you …

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Interior Department Proposes a Vast Reworking of the Endangered Species Act

The Interior Department on Thursday proposed the most sweeping set of changes in decades to the Endangered Species Act, the law that brought the bald eagle and the Yellowstone grizzly bear back from the edge of extinction but which Republicans say is cumbersome and restricts economic development. The proposed revisions have far-reaching implications, potentially making …

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Florida Solar Energy Center to Offer FGBC Certifying Agent Course

The Florida Solar Energy Center (FSEC) will be offering The Florida Green Home Certification Training course and exam for becoming a Designated Florida Green Building Coalition (FGBC) Certifying Agent. FGBC is a nonprofit 501(C)3 Florida corporation dedicated to improving the built environment. Founded in 2000, FGBC is the leading certifier of green projects in Florida …

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Florida Home Builders PAC Announces Candidate Endorsements in State Cabinet Races

The Florida Home Builders Political Action Committee (FHB PAC) is pleased to announce its endorsements for state cabinet primary races. The FHB PAC seeks to ensure a favorable environment for the home building industry. Republican Primary for Governor: Adam Putnam Democratic Primary for Governor: Gwen Graham Republican Primary for Attorney General: Ashley Moody Republican Primary …

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Florida Home Builders PAC Announces Candidate Endorsements in State Cabinet Races

The Florida Home Builders Political Action Committee (FHB PAC) is pleased to announce its endorsements for state cabinet primary races. The FHB PAC seeks to ensure a favorable environment for the home building industry. Republican Primary for Governor: Adam Putnam Democratic Primary for Governor: Gwen Graham Republican Primary for Attorney General: Ashley Moody Republican Primary …

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FHBA Family Mourns Passing of Past President Paul Mashburn

Orlando home builder Paul Mashburn passed away July 1, 2018, leaving behind an impressive legacy of leadership in the history of the Florida Home Builders Association. Intensely involved in the work of FHBA for over 40 years, Mashburn held every key position and won every major honor in his tireless efforts on behalf of the …

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David Weekley Homes Honors Trade Partners in Partners of Choice Awards

David Weekley Homes has announced the 24 winners of its 14th annual Partner of Choice Awards, through which the builder recognizes its trade partners and suppliers for excellent performance. Seventeen suppliers received the “A,A” Award, which recognizes suppliers for exceptional quality and service, and seven received the “A” award for either exceptional quality or service…read …

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