House Approves H.R. 985

Words: Dan KamysThe U.S. House of Representatives has approved H.R. 985, the Concrete Masonry Products, Research, Education and Promotion Act of 2015 by a vote of 355 to 38.

The Concrete Masonry Products, Research, Education and Promotion Act of 2015 would help the industry by enabling it to effectively invest in itself (without government financial assistance), reinvigorate the economy and expand American jobs.

The Mason Contractors Association of America (MCAA) would like to thank everyone who contacted their Representatives about this important industry issue. Our voices have been heard!

Stay tuned for more information regarding S.1524, the Senate companion bill, in the near future.

Please visit www.masoncontractors.org/positions/concrete-masonry-checkoff for additional information.
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