SMCA closely monitors events and issues affecting our members' businesses. Check here regularly for updates on technical, safety, and legislative happenings!
The Sheet Metal Workers Local 19 Joint Apprenticeship Training Fund (JATF) has received official certification from the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania for its Pre-Apprenticeship program. This marks a major milestone for workforce development in Philadelphia, providing a structured, paid program that... Continue Reading
July 14, 2025 The U.S. Department of Labor announced major updates to OSHA enforcement guidelines aimed at easing the burden on small contractors while still prioritizing workplace safety. What Changed? Expanded small-business relief: Penalty reductions previously limited to firms with... Continue Reading
Federal: Big Beautiful Bill Signed Into Law On July 4, Congress passed and the President signed the highly anticipated H.R. 1—nicknamed the "Big Beautiful Bill"—delivering sweeping tax incentives and budget measures that will benefit SMACNA contractors and their clients for years to... Continue Reading
Learn about New Business Opportunities for PA SMACNA Contractors by Signing Up for a June 5 Webinar at 11 am on PA’s New Industrial Decarbonization Program Continue Reading
The following summary is based on the Philadelphia Chamber of Commerce’s May 9 legislative roundup. We’ve reviewed the full set of updates from the local, state, and federal levels and selected the items most relevant to SMCA contractors and industry stakeholders. From tax policy and labor ordinance Continue Reading
OSHA to Host Virtual Hearing on Heat Injury and Illness Prevention Continue Reading
The Sheet Metal Contractors Association (SMCA) affirms its strong commitment to union labor and the skilled tradespeople who make our industry exceptional. Continue Reading
The Philadelphia Chamber of Commerce recently shared a legislative update, and we’ve highlighted the key points most relevant to our members. Continue Reading
At last week’s SMACNA Safety Committee meeting, our Safety Director, Gregory Wharton, joined industry leaders to discuss the latest innovations in workplace safety—including Predictive Safety’s AlertMeter. Continue Reading
Material costs in construction are being significantly affected by tariffs imposed by the current administration. Contractors should carefully review their contracts to determine their options for recovering these increased costs. Continue Reading
