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Monthly News from BLD Connection
February 2025
Northwestern Lumber Association and Mid-America Lumbermens Association are now BLD Connection. Read About Our Transformation!
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Unpacking the Trump Administration’s Latest Actions
NLBMDA Washington Update
As the voice of the LBM industry in our nation’s capital, NLBMDA will be closely monitoring the latest developments from the White House and Congress to ensure our members are kept up to date with the latest information. Included in the link below is a recap of President Trump’s most consequential actions:
Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) Update: What You Need to Know
The Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) continues to face legal and regulatory uncertainty. While the U.S. Supreme Court recently reinstated the law, a separate federal injunction is preventing FinCEN from enforcing its reporting requirements - for now. Meanwhile, the National Lumber and Building Material Dealers Association (NLBMDA) is actively advocating for a delay.
The Power of Membership: BLD Connection President on Positive Polarity Podcast
BLD Connection President Cody Nuernburg joined Dave Molenda on the Positive Polarity Podcast to discuss the power of association membership and industry connections. If you haven’t renewed your membership yet, now is the time – stay connected to the resources and relationships that help your business thrive!
Meet Dave at BizCon South! On February 19, he’ll lead Unlocking Team Excellence: 6 Steps to Cultivating Peak Engagement in Altoona, IA.
Novo Building Products wants YOU to join us at BizCon South!
Novo Building Products wants YOU to join us at BizCon South in Altoona, IA – February 18-19! Connect with industry leaders, explore new products, and grow your network. Check out the video invite below!
Pre-registration is open through February 7! Lock in your spot now and get ready for two days of valuable connections and insights.
BizCon North 2025 was an incredible event, and it wouldn’t have been possible without you! A huge thank you to our attendees, speakers, exhibitors, and sponsors for bringing energy, insights, and connections to the conference. Your support and participation made this event a success!
We can't wait to see you again at BizCon South and beyond.
Articles & Publications
OSHA Recordkeeping: A 2025 Guide to Better Compliance and Safety
OECS - OSHA + Environmental Compliance Systems
OSHA recordkeeping is not just about avoiding penalties – it’s about building a proactive safety culture. For companies in high-risk industries like construction and manufacturing, recordkeeping is a powerful tool for identifying hazards and improving workplace safety. Let’s dive into the essentials of OSHA recordkeeping with a focus on prevention, compliance and practical steps.
Can we require that nonexempt employees work on holidays? Some of our employees said that they should not be required to work on holidays and that, if they do, we owe them extra pay. Is any of this true? These are nonexempt employees in California.
