WASHINGTON, Jan. 20,
2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The National Electrical
Contractors Association (NECA) congratulates President Donald J. Trump and Vice President J.D. Vance on their inauguration as the 47th
President and 50th Vice President of the United
States.
NECA with President Trump & Vice
President Vance to support economic growth, skilled trades and
national infrastructure.
"On behalf of NECA's member companies and the electrical
construction industry, we extend our best wishes for success as
they lead our nation forward. We are optimistic about the
opportunities to work with President Trump, Vice President Vance,
and their administration to address critical issues facing our
industry and the nation," said David
Long, CEO of NECA. "NECA remains committed to advancing
policies that drive economic growth, supporting the skilled trades,
and enhancing the resilience of our nation's
infrastructure."
NECA looks forward to collaborating with the administration on
key areas of shared interest, including:
- Tax Policy: Advocating for tax policies that promote
business growth and investment in the construction industry,
including making permanent the majority of provisions enacted by
the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017.
- Infrastructure Modernization: Advocating for robust
federal investment in modernizing the nation's electrical grid,
transportation systems, and renewable energy projects to ensure a
reliable and sustainable future.
- Energy Transmission and Distribution: Supporting
policies that prioritize the modernization of the nation's energy
transmission and distribution systems. These efforts include
enhancing permitting reform, grid reliability, reducing energy
loss, and ensuring that power is delivered efficiently and
effectively to meet the demands of businesses and consumers.
- Workforce Development: Partnering to strengthen
workforce training initiatives, support registered apprenticeship
programs, and ensure the next generation of skilled electricians
and contractors is ready to meet growing demands.
- Retainage Reform: Pushing for reforms to reduce the
burden of retainage and ensure timely and fair payments for
contractors and subcontractors.
- Regulatory Certainty: Collaborating on reducing
regulatory barriers that hinder innovation and efficiency in
electrical construction while maintaining high safety and quality
standards.
"This is a pivotal time for our industry and the country," Long
said. "NECA is ready to work alongside the Trump-Vance
administration to achieve meaningful outcomes that benefit
businesses, workers, and communities across the United States."
As a leading voice in the electrical construction industry, NECA
represents over 4,000 member companies who employ more than 500,000
workers nationwide. Our members are at the forefront of building
and maintaining the systems that power America, and we are eager to
partner with the new administration to advance our shared vision
for progress and prosperity.
ABOUT THE NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CONTRACTORS
ASSOCIATION
NECA is the voice of the $250
billion electrical construction industry that brings power,
light, and communication technology to buildings and communities
across North America. NECA's national office and 118 local
chapters advance the industry through advocacy, education,
research, and standards development. Go
to www.necanet.org for more information.
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