LHBA April Newsletter

April 2018 Newsletter

LHBA Legislative Update

We are in the third week of the regular session and many bills received a full committee hearing. At this point, all anti-business legislation failed during the process. Minimum wage, equal pay for state contractors and detrimental workers' compensation measures are halted.

Although the regular session is due to end on June 4, the plan is to adjourn early. An additional special session focused on taxes and fiscal matters may be called in mid May. There are varying numbers as for how much of the proposed budget shortfall exists.

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Information regarding the LSUCCC adoption of significant changes in codes in the 2015 IRC; 2015 IBS and 2014 NEC

Please note: this is simply a summary of the changes and any questions on enforcement will have to be directed to their local building official.

Copies of these changes can be emailed to LHBA members by contacting: Jeannie@lhba.org

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The 4th Annual Louisiana Remodeling Excellence Awards Recognizes Winners

The LREA Contest was created in 2013 by the LHBA Remodelers Council. The entries consist of builders and remodelers throughout the state who submit projects in the following categories: Kitchen Remodel, Bath Remodel, Whole House Remodel & Outdoor Kitchen. The 2017 Contest consisted of projects completed between October 1, 2016 and October 31, 2017.

We look forward to continued success with this contest!

We would like to congratulate the following winners:

2017 LREA Contest Winners

Stay tuned for the 2018 LREA Contest Call for Entries. This year we are going "digital."

For your convenience, this year's entries will now be submitted digitally!

LHBA's Member Rebate Program

Free Member Benefit to Builder & Remodeler

Members of LHBA

There are currently 50 of the country's leading Manufacturer Brands participating in the Member Rebate Program offering the same rebates as the "Top-5 Builders" receive regardless of your volume.

CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFO

LHBA UPCOMING EVENTS

March 28- LHBA Executive Committee Meeting (LHBA Office 10:00am)

May 8, 9, & 10- LHBA Spring BOD/Legislative Day *WEAR YOUR RED SHIRTS!* Baton Rouge Hilton Capitol Center, Room Rate $152: Click here to make your reservations: http://www.hilton.com/en/hi/groups/personalized/B/BTRCPHF-LAHO-20180507/index.jhtml

Crawfish Boil: $25/per person (+credit card processing fee) RSVP HERE. ***AFTER PARTY 8-10:30 Riverroom B-LIVE BAND!***
Legislative Briefing at the Hilton 12:30-2:00 **FREE LUNCH! RSVP HERE

LOCAL HBA UPCOMING EVENTS & *CONTINUING EDUCATION

REMINDER: Residential Builders must earn 6 CEU credits each year, even with a multi-year license.

Acadian HBA

April

14, 15 & 21, 22- 55th Annual Parade of Homes

1:00 pm - 6:00 pm

HBA of Central

April

12- Membership Event - TBD

Board of Directors Meeting

2pm - Evangeline Bank

May

18- HBACL Golf Tournament

LINKS ON THE BAYOU

Alexandria, LA

CRBA

April
Builders & Remodelers Show

April 14 & 15

Lamar Dixon Expo Center

*April 19: CE Credit Opportunity

Water Damage #101: 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM

Mold Remediation: 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM

HBA of GNO

April

9- Golf Tournament-English Turn

18- Prof. Women in Building Council Meeting

HBA of Northeast

Northwest HBA

May 24th

Crawfish Boil

HBA Office, 5-7 pm

June 2-3 & 9-10

2018 PARADE OF HOMES

Northshore HBA

April

10- Sales & Marketing Council Meeting

17-Membership Luncheon

18- BOD Meeting

26- Scholarship Golf Tournament

Southeast HBA

May

1ST ANNUAL BUILDER APPRECIATION CRAWFISH BOIL

May 02, 2018 6:00 PM * SLHBA Office 147 Capital Blvd, Houma, LA 70360

Southwest HBA

Teche HBA

Contact your local HBA for more info!

New Membership Benefit: Amazon Business

NAHB's Member Advantage Program offers members a number of discounts with brands and stores members use regularly for individual and business needs. Amazon Business is now included in the Member Advantage Program. When members create an Amazon Business account, they gain access to the NAHB Amazon store which offers recommended products tailored to your industry's needs while unlocking additional savings.

Members can sign up at www.amazon.com/NAHB.

You can find all of the other listed benefits through NAHB below:

MEMBER BENEFITS

For any questions related to NAHB's Member Benefits, you can contact:

Sarah Swango
(800) 368-5242 ext: 8273
sswango@nahb.org

Vantage Health Plan NOW AVAILABLE to all LHBA members

The Louisiana Home Builders Association (LHBA) and Vantage Health Plan (Vantage) have teamed up to provide quality health insurance to every hard-working member. Vantage offers excellent plans to fit your needs, whether you're looking for coverage for your employees or your family.

With over 15,000+ providers in network, Vantage Health is sure to be a great fit for you and your business.

Together, we make Louisiana strong!

CALL TODAY to speak with a dedicated representative.

1-844-LHBA-INS

www.lhba.org/healthinsurance

2018 Ambassador Sponsorship

Opportunities

By joining LHBA's Ambassador Club, you will gain meaningful exposure while supporting LHBA's efforts in the following areas:

Networking Opportunities- Opportunities to network with other members, and get involved in events such as our Legislative Day and Crawfish Boil, Installation Banquet and Early Bird Receptions
Educational Opportunities- LHBA offers educational courses for members to keep current on topics that are vital to the construction and home building industry
Legislative Watchdog- LHBA actively lobbies and monitors local, state, and Federal legislation and regulation to ensure that our members' business interests are well-represented and protected.
Marketing- Depending on the level of sponsorship, opportunities are available to advertise at our events, and on LHBA's website, including our e-newsletter. There is no better way to market your products or services!

There are several different club sponsorship levels available!

Please click here for more info on how to become a 2018 Ambassador Club Sponsor!

GIVE US A CALL TODAY TO BECOME A SPONSOR: 225-387-2714 or email monica@lhba.org

Thank you for your support!