INTERNATIONAL UNION OF BRICKLAYERS & ALLIED CRAFTWORKERS

In support of H.R.1355 and S.1342 - Weatherization Enhancement and Readiness Act. Reauthorize & Sustain Funding Ensures Weatherization Assistance Program continues receiving federal support. Readiness Program Creation Empowers the Secretary of Energy to begin prepping homes-via inspections, assessments, and repair eligibility-to streamline actual weatherization efforts. System Improvements Aims to refine program operations, bolstering energy efficiency, equity, and cost-effectiveness.

In support of Senate Bill S. 2106, officially titled the SECURE Act (Safe Environment from Countries Under Repression and Emergency Act). Creates a pathway to lawful permanent residency (a green card) for individuals from certain countries who satisfy specific eligibility criteria  The bill is focused on addressing humanitarian and emergency situations-providing protected immigration status for individuals fleeing repression or crises, hence the acronym "SECURE".

In support of the Job Corps program and against any effort to defund or dismantle the program.

In support of preserving the energy tax credits passed in the Inflation Reduction Act as it pertains to the Reconciliation Bill.