Articles Tagged with ''legislation''

The American Institute of Architects opposes the Administration's executive order, "Making Federal Architecture Beautiful Again," which effectively mandates the use of classical architectural styles in the design of federal buildings.

The One Big, Beautiful Bill delivers sweeping, mostly taxpayer-friendly changes by locking in lower income tax rates, boosting standard deductions, and expanding deductions for tips, overtime, and auto loan interest while also raising the SALT cap and enhancing estate and business tax breaks.

The American Institute of Architects (AIA) has issued a formal recommendation to the Committee for the Preservation of the White House regarding the proposed $200 million East Ballroom addition to the iconic structure.

In short, Trump’s “big, beautiful bill” was more than just campaign rhetoric. For architects and design firms, it provided real, tangible tax savings—and a rare policy nod to the profession’s economic importance.

The Architectural Glass and Metal Certification Council announced that Oregon Governor Tina Kotek signed House Bill 2680 into Oregon law on June 11, 2025, requiring NACC and AGMT certifications on some publicly funded work.

Those participating in the Fenestration and Glazing Industry Alliance (FGIA) Virtual Summer Summit gained several helpful legal insights in the sustainability realm, courtesy of experts from Keller and Heckman Law Firm.

Every May, the International Code Council’s Building Safety Month campaign raises awareness about building safety and the role of building codes in keeping us all safe.  

LRS Architects announced the design of the Oregon Liquor Cannabis Commission’s new 347,000-square-foot distilled spirits distribution center, which recently celebrated its groundbreaking in April 2025.

From steel framing to drywall and insulation, the wall and ceiling industry faces significant challenges and opportunities due to shifting tariff policies, with wide-ranging effects on costs, supply chains, and innovation.