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OSHA has released its proposed new heat standards.
Heat Safety

Congressional Committee Passes Bill to Stop OSHA Heat Standard

Legislation that would prohibit OSHA’s Biden-era heat standard now faces a full vote in the U.S. House.
Art Aisner, Editor in Chief of Roofing Contractor
Art Aisner
July 29, 2026
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Opponents argued that safety regulations related to heat should be mandated by state authorities.


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Imports

Trump Tariffs Reach Some Canadian Roofing Materials

Additional 50% duties could affect cement, coatings, tapes, cover boards and selected roofing components imported from Canada.
Tanja Kern headshot
Tanja Kern
July 24, 2026
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New 50% tariffs on selected Canadian imports could raise costs for certain roofing coatings, tapes, panels and cement, prompting contractors to review bids and contracts.



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The Latest Supreme Court Rulings Explained

Legal Trends Shaping the Roofing Industry

Learn how contractors can prepare for legal, insurance and OSHA changes affecting roofing.
Trent Cotney, Attorney at Law
Trent Cotney
John Wyatt
John Wyatt
Jill Bloom is the Group Publisher of Building Enclosure, Roofing Contractor, and Walls & Ceilings.
Jill Bloom
July 22, 2026
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Legal Insights Expert Trent Cotney shares legal updates on contracts, insurance, OSHA and reputation management.
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U.S. Rep. Raja Krishnamoorthi (D-Ill.)
Capitol Hill

Congressional Record Recognizes National Roofing Week

Rep. Raja Krishnamoorthi recognized National Roofing Week in the Congressional Record, highlighting the roofing industry's economic impact, public service and workforce contributions
Roofing Contractor
Roofing Contractor Staff
June 3, 2026
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Congressional recognition shines a spotlight on National Roofing Week and the roofing professionals who protect homes, businesses and communities across the country.


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 Lincoln Technical Institute Linda McMahon
Capacitación en Roofing

Pell Grants podrían abrir más puertas al roofing y otros oficios

Ayuda federal llegaría a oficios.
John Wyatt
John Wyatt
May 24, 2026
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El programa Workforce Pell permitiría usar ayuda federal para capacitaciones cortas en roofing y otros oficios con alta demanda laboral.


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 Lincoln Technical Institute Linda McMahon
Workforce Development

Workforce Pell Grants Boost Trade Training

New grants expand skilled trade paths
John Wyatt
John Wyatt
May 20, 2026
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New Workforce Pell Grants could help roofing contractors recruit and train entry-level workers more quickly as labor shortages continue to strain crews, schedules, and growth.


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Editors Note by Art Aisner
Roofing Day 2026

The Fruits of Roofing Day in Action

Defeated low-slope roofing ban in Mississippi demonstrates how the roofing industry flipped the narrative on political activism.
Art Aisner, Editor in Chief of Roofing Contractor
Art Aisner
May 13, 2026
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Low-slope roofing ban shot down in Mississippi; I blame Roofing Day.


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Inside Roofing Day 2026 in D.C.
Perspectivas legales

Dentro de Roofing Day 2026 en Washington, D.C.

La industria impulsa prioridades de política en Washington, D.C.
Jill Bloom is the Group Publisher of Building Enclosure, Roofing Contractor, and Walls & Ceilings.
Jill Bloom
Trent Cotney, Attorney at Law
Trent Cotney
Tanja Kern headshot
Tanja Kern
April 20, 2026
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Líderes del techado impulsan políticas en Washington, abordando mano de obra, vivienda y economía, con optimismo cauteloso ante la incertidumbre del sector.


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Inside Roofing Day 2026 in D.C.
Legal Insights

Inside Roofing Day 2026 in D.C.

Industry pushes policy priorities in D.C.
Jill Bloom is the Group Publisher of Building Enclosure, Roofing Contractor, and Walls & Ceilings.
Jill Bloom
Trent Cotney, Attorney at Law
Trent Cotney
Tanja Kern headshot
Tanja Kern
April 20, 2026
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At Roofing Day in D.C., industry leaders met lawmakers to address workforce shortages, affordability challenges and economic uncertainty shaping contractors’ outlook for the year ahead.
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Roofing Day attendees in front of the Capitol Building
Roofing Day 2026

Industry Presses Lawmakers on Housing, Workforce Fix

Industry ties labor shortage to housing gap
Tanja Kern headshot
Tanja Kern
April 16, 2026
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Leaders met lawmakers in D.C during Roofing Day 2026, urging action on housing tax credits and workforce reforms they say are critical to closing a growing housing shortfall.


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