The legislative sessions for most states are completed for 2022 and politicians are already preparing for their respective elections. While we cannot predict the outcomes of those state and federal elections, we can have some assurance on the type of...

The mid-term elections are often difficult for the party in power at the White House, and it is likely this will be the case in November 2022. But pundits would have us think this time will be different. The Democratic...

Here are highlights of legislative activity that could impact the electronic security and life safety industry from August.   Federal Legislative Report – August 2022 Congress is generally concerned with going on recess and working in their districts as they...

For several years now ESA has collaborated on a number of key legislative issues with a consortium of connected technology associations and companies. This collaboration included issues we previously highlighted such as the proposed ordinance in Houston that would have...

Here are highlights of legislative activity that could impact the electronic security and life safety industry from July.   Federal Legislative Report – July 2022 The centerpiece legislation passed by Congress in July may have future impact on emerging technology...

Here are highlights of legislative activity that could impact the electronic security and life safety industry from June.   Federal Legislative Report – June 2022 Congress managed to file several bills we can support during the month of June. Unfortunately,...

On February 4, 2022 President Biden issued an executive order (EO 14063) that will, when fully implemented, require Project Labor Agreements (PLA) on all federal construction projects of $35 million or more. This EO includes the work done by subcontractors,...

Back in 1908, Henry Ford introduced the Model T to the world. The first “affordable” car that would help fuel the creation of the middle class and transform our economy. Do you recall from history books when everyone took their...

A federal bill was filed on March 14, 2022 that could alter the contracts and practices of electronic security and life safety companies across the country, if passed. S. 3830 is titled the “Fair Repair Act” and was filed with...

Here are highlights of legislative activity that could impact the electronic security and life safety industry from May.   Federal Legislative Summary – May 2022 Congress continues to move slowly as it is now focused on what can be done...