March 23, 2018
TOP STORIES
SBCC Bill Signed by Governor
A top priority for BIAW this legislative session was to see needed improvements put in place for the State Building Code Council (SBCC).

Yesterday afternoon, HB 1622 - a bill with a number of SBCC reforms, was finally signed by the Governor. BIAW Executive Vice President Art Castle and Government Affairs Director Jan Himebaugh were there for the signing of the bill.
 
HB 1622 is a bill that BIAW has labored over for many years. The bill addresses the funding of the SBCC, but also has many helpful reforms. Key among them is that the bill requires cost analysis and clearly states that those appointed to represent a particular private sector need to remain employed in the private sector. This bill was a huge victory for BIAW and will help the functioning of the SBCC. 
New HR Laws Impacting Employers Begin June 7
Learn What You Need To Know!
What will two new HR laws passed in the 2018 legislative session mean for you? BIAW has created two charts that summarize the bills for employers. Both bills become effective June 7, 2018. Learn what you must do – and must not do – under the new legislation in these helpful documents:  

Fair Chance Act : This chart outlines the WA Fair Chance Act, which is intended to give applicants with a criminal record a fair opportunity to be hired by preventing employers from screening them out of the applicant pool before assessing their qualifications.

Equal Pay : This chart outlines the Equal Pay bill and clarifies what is and what is not considered gender-based wage discrimination, and imposes new penalties on offenders.

If you have questions regarding these two bills, contact BIAW Government Affairs Director Jan Himebaugh or BIAW General Counsel Adam Frank at (360) 352-7800.
BIAW-Supported Bill Signed
WA Scholarships Expanded for Career Training
at State's Two Year Colleges
A BIAW-supported bill, HB 1452, was signed by the Governor on Wednesday that expands state scholarships for students who want to gain technical skills in high-demand industries at community and technical colleges. 
 
The seven-year-old Washington State Opportunity Scholarship (WSOS) program has helped high school students earn bachelor’s degrees, and will now help pay for short-term certificates and other professional technical degrees. The scholarship board will pick a number of industries to include in the program where there’s a significant gap in the workforce. Scholarships will likely be available to students beginning in 2019. Learn more here »
 
The expansion of the WSOS program highlights the important work of business, government, and other leaders to help more students explore and pursue careers that do not require four-year degrees.

BIAW has been involved in a statewide effort to expand career and technical training in schools in fields such as construction and was part of a group that drafted state recommendations. See the final recommendations that were adopted here »
BIAW Seeks Candidates for Executive Vice President
BIAW is conducting a search for a new Executive Vice President (EVP) of the state association, which represents nearly 8,000 members in Washington's home building industry. 

The EVP serves as chief administrative officer, recommends and participates in formulation and implementation of new policies and makes decisions cooperatively with senior officers, executive committee, and board of directors. The successful candidate will lead a team of over 35 professional staff as well as contract lobbyists, attorneys, and other consultants.

The search comes after Executive Vice President Art Castle announced his upcoming retirement. Castle has served as BIAW's EVP for seven years. 

Karras Consulting, an executive search firm, is leading recruitment for the Executive Vice President position. Read the job recruitment notice for more information or visit www.biaw.com »
Remodeling Projects Wanted!
BIAW’s annual Remodeling in Excellence Awards (EIR) competition is now open for submissions. This annual competition is designed to recognize outstanding projects across the state that are completed by BIAW members during the previous year. 

BIAW’s expert judges will evaluate projects based on quality, design expertise, materials chosen, and creativity. 

Winning entries will be announced during the EIR reception held in conjunction with the BIAW summer board meeting scheduled for Wednesday, June 20 at the Red Lion Hotel in Pasco. 

Download the EIR application or click here for more information. The deadline is fast approaching so be sure to submit your application before April 27, 2018. 
Top Spikes of 2017
(l to r) BIAW Secretary Chris Lockhart and Second Vice President Debbi Boyd present awards to recipients
and representatives of the 2017 Spike Contest Category winners.

SPIKE PARTY SPONSORSHIP
NOW AVAILABLE!
The much anticipated 2018 Spike Party
is just around the corner.

Social Snapshots
Kelly Fox is a member of the North Peninsula Building Association and CEO of Lumber Traders, Inc.
ICYMI: WA STATE NEWS
BIAW EVENTS & CLASSES
EPA Certified Lead-Safety/Renovator/Repair/Paint

EPA and Washington State Department of Commerce requires all contractors who may disturb lead paint on pre-1978 homes take a class to become a Certified Renovator and then register their Firm. This training must be renewed every five years. Firms who knowingly or willingly violate the RRP Program requirements could result in penalties of up to $10,000 per day, per violation, and/or face imprisonment. Be sure to register soon for this training or refresher course because space is limited.

Certified Renovator Training:

Certified Renovator Refresher:
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