

ICPI Government Affairs Update – August 2021
At this writing, there is a surge on infrastructure bills on both sides of the Hill, in both the authorizing committees in the House and Senate, and in the Appropriations Committee in the House.

Vision Health and Wellness Center – Syracuse, NY
A high-tech, insulated concrete masonry wall system — along with a synergistic effort by the block producer, architect, engineers, contractors,…

Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources Updates Technical Standard 1008 on Permeable Pavement
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) Technical Standard 1008 Permeable Pavement has been updated and is now available on the DNR’s storm water post-construction technical standards webpage.

Keeping 2017 Tax Reform in Place is Essential for CMU Producers
Tax provisions enable CMU producers to invest in their companies, creating economic benefits. Ask Rick Muth, president of ORCO Block…

NCMA/ICPI 2020 Safety Awards Program Winners Announced
160 plants were honored for their commitment to keeping safe manufacturing environments. [HERNDON, Va. – June 3, 2020] The National…

ICPI Government Affairs Update
ICPI Government Affairs Update – June 1, 2021

The Departments of Labor and Homeland Security Publish Rule Increasing the Number of H-2B Visas Available in the Second Half of Fiscal Year 2021
Announcement from the Office of Foreign Labor Certification (OFLC)

Manufactured Stone Veneer One of Top Projects in 2021 Cost vs. Value Study
In this annual study of return on investment for remodeling projects, MSV again tops 90% return. The return on investment…

ICPI Holds Two Successful Virtual Regional Events on PICP
Last week, ICPI held two successful virtual events on PICP.

NCMA and ICPI Join Precast Show 2022
The National Precast Concrete Association (NPCA) announced today that the National Concrete Masonry Association (NCMA) and the Interlocking Concrete Pavement…