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June 2022 Building Insight

Welcome to the June 2022 Building Insight This month, we celebrate 2022 Excellence in Remodeling! Explore energy efficiency with Martha…

L&I approves new “emergency” wildfire smoke and heat exposure rules

The Department of Labor & Industries (L&I) recently announced new emergency rules related to Wildfire Smoke and Heat Exposure for…

Support BUILD-PAC at the BIAW Summer Board meeting

Now is the time for all good home-building industry supporters to come to the aid of their country! The BIAW…

BIAW energy code proposal clears first hurdle

The Washington State Building Code Council (SBCC) Residential Energy Code Technical Advisory Group (TAG) approved BIAW’s performance pathway proposal Friday.…

State work group explores taxation

A group of state and local policymakers will consider replacing Washington’s Business & Occupation (B&O) tax, adding a wealth tax…

BIAW helps you keep score

BIAW has completed its 2021-22 legislative scorecard. Elections matter—and so do votes. We compiled vote counts on 22 bills affecting…