Legislative and Regulatory Clout

As a business, you are only one voice in the dark waters of bureaucracy. Your livelihood may be adversely affected by restrictive legislation. As a member, you will have the inside track on legislative pitfalls and political responsibility...the latest building news tips...housing and building trends...a wealth of information available only to members of the Louisiana Home Builders Association! The LHBA provides opportunities to meet with local, state and federal representatives. Plus, LHBA-PAC enables members to join forces and contribute directly to state candidates who support the priorities of the building industry.

Legaslative Victories for LHBA

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Prohibited the levy of any new taxes and fees upon the sale or transfer of immovable property.

Defeated legislation attacking lien laws, keeping all lien rights in tact.

Prevented more state regulation and state enforcement in building codes.

Stopped legislation that would have levied heavy fines for improperly classifying subcontractors.

Forbid state and local government from mandating sprinklers in one-and-two family dwellings.

Banned public entities from requiring project labor agreements on bids for projects.

Blocked legislation that would mandate specific products in one-and-two family dwellings.

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