The new administration and Congress have prioritized cutting regulations, with plans to eliminate 10 regulations for every new one introduced. This week, the House unanimously voted to delay the Corporate Transparency Act.
The American Building Materials Alliance (ABMA) has been working to position the lumber and building materials (LBM) industry as a key voice in shaping regulatory reforms. Our strategy is based on direct member input from dozens of legislative committee meetings, ensuring our proposals reflect the real-world challenges our industry faces. In the coming month, ABMA will roll out a strategic plan to advance these priorities and deliver industry-specific recommendations to key decision-makers.
Join Us for ABMA Advocacy Day in Washington, D.C. – April 7-8
As we prepare for Advocacy Day on April 7-8, we urge members to join us in meeting with elected officials to make a lasting impact.
The event includes a welcome dinner and issue briefing on April 7, followed by scheduled Capitol Hill meetings on April 8. ABMA staff will provide expert support throughout the day to ensure members are prepared and confident in each meeting.
We encourage members to share who we are as an industry, what we do, and why it matters. Advocacy is about building relationships, and elected officials want to hear directly from their constituents. When our members show up, we see results.
Whether in business or government, nothing is more powerful than face-to-face conversations. Stay tuned—next week, ABMA will unveil its first major initiative for 2025. Now is the time to get involved. Join us in Washington and be part of the change.
Labor Secretary Committee Hearing Rescheduled for Feb. 19
Rep. Lori Chavez-DeRemer had her committee hearing postponed due to a snowstorm in Washington, D.C. Chavez-DeRemer continues to face criticism from conservatives for her pro-union positions and for holding a part-time position with Planned Parenthood 35 years ago. Labor Secretary confirmation is expected to be a protracted process due to opposition from both Republicans and Democrats.
Trump to Impose Reciprocal Tariffs
President Trump continues to use executive orders to advance his agenda. Earlier this week, he directed the Commerce Department to impose reciprocal tariffs across multiple countries, averaging 4.8%. This reflects a 3.3% increase, with an effective rate of 1.5%.
