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PROJECT COMPLETION DATES:
OCTOBER 1, 2016 - OCTOBER 31, 2017
Categories:
Kitchen Remodel
Bath Remodel
Whole House Remodel
& **NEW THIS YEAR** :
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NOVEMBER 1, 2017
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LEGISLATIVE UPDATE
June 8th marked the end of the 2017 Regular Legislative Session. Louisiana Home Builders Association (LHBA) had another successful legislative session outcome. The stakes were the highest in recent political history with business tax proposals in the billions. Taxes on business gross receipts, as well as a sales tax on remodeling and installation services fell flat.
A constitutional amendment supported by LHBA made its way through the state Legislature. Construction while in progress will not pay ad valorem taxes if passed by voters. Currently, the Louisiana Constitution is silent on tax assessments concerning uncompleted construction projects. This amendment, now Act 428 will be on the fall ballot this election season.
Information provided by: Michelle Shirley, Lobbyist
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 NAHB Construction Forecast:
Three experts offer their insights on the direction the housing industry will take through the end of the year - and a look at what to expect in 2018 and 2019 - in the exclusive NAHB Construction Forecast Webinar
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BUILD-PAC'S NEW "FAIR SHARE" PROGRAM
BUILD-PAC's new Fair Share campaign is the easiest way to get involved in the political process. We are asking every member to do their Fair Share for the housing industry by contributing just $25 to BUILD-PAC during the 2015-2016 election cycle.
What would happen if every NAHB member did their Fair Share?
If every member does their Fair Share and invests a minimum of $25, then BUILD-PAC will be a $3.5 Million PAC. This would allow BUILD-PAC and housing to have an even greater impact in the 2016 elections.
What is my Fair Share going toward?
Your contribution helps elect pro-housing, pro-business candidates who will support our issues and fight for housing in Congress.
How can I help with the Fair Share campaign?
Please help your state meet its goal. During your state and local meetings back home, ask your peers to do their Fair Share for housing by contributing just $25 to BUILD-PAC in this election cycle. If every member does their Fair Share, then BUILD-PAC's voice will be LOUDER and STRONGER than ever before.
Questions? For more information contact BUILD-PAC staff.
Meghan Everngam, Assistant Vice President | (202) 266-8259 | MEverngam@nahb.org Sofia Fox, Fundraising Manager | (202) 266-8248 | SFox@nahb.org Sashia Moore | (202) 266-8114 | SMMoore@nahb.org NAHB.org/buildpac
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In mid June, LHBA Leadership met with 6 of the Louisiana delegation at the 2017 NAHB Legislative Conference on Capitol Hill in Washington D.C.
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House Majority Whip, Steve Scalise
LHBA leadership was scheduled to meet with Representative Steve Scalise, House Majority Whip on the day of the horrific shooting (June 14th). We are happy to hear that
Representative Scalise is making good progress and has been upgraded to "fair condition." We pray for continued healing for Scalise and all involved.
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REMINDER: Residential Builders must earn 6 CEU credits each year, even with a multi-year license.
ACADIAN
-Builder Education Course - Tuesday, September 19th 9a-4p (6 CEUs), AHBA office / Topic: "Concrete 101"
CRBA
July CEU Course - Loss Control Date to be determined. Hosted by SIF
NORTHWEST
July 25th
9 am - noon and 1 - 4 pm, Topics TBA
CONTACT YOUR LOCAL ASSOCIATION FOR UPCOMING COURSES
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UPCOMING LOCAL ASSOCIATION EVENTS
ACADIAN
General Membership Luncheon - Tuesday, August 15th 11:30a-1p, River Oaks Event Center / Guest Speaker: Jacquelyn Cain, COO, Coldwell Banker Pelican Real Estate
Annual Casino Night - Friday, August 25th 7p-11p, River Oaks Event Center
General Membership Meeting - Tuesday, September 12th 11:30a-1p, River Oaks Event Center / Guest Speaker: To Be Announced
Speed Networking - Wednesday, September 20th 4:30p-7p, Design Center of Acadiana
After Hours Member Mixer - Thursday, September 21st 5p-7p, Home Bank (Kaliste Saloom branch)
Annual Doug Ashy Sr. Golf Tournament - Monday, October 9th
9:30a, Le Triomphe Golf & Country Club
Annual Governmental Affairs Luncheon - Tuesday, October 24th
11:30a-1p, River Oaks Center
Guest Speaker: To Be Announced
Northshore
Aug 1 - General Membership Luncheon @ The Greystone
Aug Date TBA - Casino Night
Southeast
Sept 21 - Golf Tournament
Oct 4 - Fish Fry
Nov 1 - Election Night
Dec 6 - Installation & Awards Banquet
Teche
Aug 15 - Legislative Night
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August:
August 2nd-4th LHBA Summer Board of Directors
Hilton Pensacola, Florida
Rate: $209 through July 1st
Group Code: LHB
Join us for a Polynesian Luau on August 2nd!
September:
September 7th LHBA Executive Committee Meeting
October:
October 18th-20th
LHBA Fall Quarterly Meeting in Alexandria, La
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THANK YOU TO OUR 2017 AMBASSADOR SPONSORS OF THE MONTH!
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General Liability Coverage for Builders
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Workers' Comp.
Ask about the VIP program!
If you are not a member with us or you have subcontractors that maybe interested, contact Home Builders SIF for more details. 1.877.LHBASIF (1.877.542.2743)
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LHBA Builders Risk Program
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New Homes
Find and list new homes now using our New Homes Directory linked to our website
Click Here!
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Do Business with Members!!!
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As an NAHB benefit, members have access to discounts and savings opportunities offered by many top companies
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LHBA MISSION STATEMENT
Our goal is to provide Louisiana with quality housing that is safe and affordable.
The Louisiana Home Builders Association is comprised of Builders & Associate members which:
- Represents the homebuilding industry before state & regulatory bodies
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Serves as the chief advocate of private property rights
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Educates the general public as to the advantages of utilizing licensed builders
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Promotes professionalism in the homebuilding industry
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Promotes economic development & quality of life in Louisiana
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Membership Benefits and Rebates
GET REBATES FROM SUPPLIES YOU ALREADY USE!
As an LHBA member, you can be putting money back into your pocket with our NEW and EXCITING LHBA Member Rebate Program! It's very simple to sign up, but to collect the rebates you've earned in 2012, you MUST sign up before February 20th!
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www.lhba.org
Check out our website to search for events and other news around t
he state
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2017
LHBA Senior Officers
Conrad Blanchard,
President
Nick Castjohn,
1st Vice President
Curtis Loftin,
2nd Vice President
Dodie Adams,
3rd Vice President
Brandon Barton
Associate VP
Ray Kothe,
NAHB Representative
Jim Fine,
Immediate Past
President
Jeannie Dodd,
Executive Vice President
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Contact Information
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Monica Walker
Public Relations & Association Communications
Louisiana Home Builders Association
660 Laurel Street
Suite A
Baton Rouge, LA 70802
(225) 387-2714
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