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In This Issue:

Front Page
States Taking Immigration Reform Into Their Own Hands
Tucson Builders Seek Relief From Sweltering Impact Fees
Almost $1 Million Available in ‘Buy Now’ Grant Funds, Apply Now
Nation's Building News Will Not Be Published July 16
Coast to Coast
U.S. Rebound May Be Bumpier Than Fed Expects as Credit Tightens
Economics & Finance
Federal Regulators Address Subprime Lending Risks
Mortgage Rates Drift Lower for Third Straight Week
Useful Links to Monitor Economic and Housing Trends
Tips
Builders’ Tip: Calculating the Radius of an Arch
Research
Energy- and Resource-Efficient Homes Provide Top Value
Judges Selected for 2008 EnergyValue Housing Awards
Building Quality
Worker Performance Appraisals Root Out Problems
Sales and Marketing
Ex-Target VP Says Consumer Paradoxes Change Sales Rules
Construction Safety
OSHA Making Surprise 'Swept Up in Safety' Visits in South
Business Management
NAHB Book About Warranties Helps Avoid Costly Mistakes
Remodelers
Remodeling Lead Rule Would Leave Children Unprotected
Apply for This Year's NAHB Remodelers' Awards
Custom
Register for Custom Builder Show in Naples, Fla., Oct. 26-28
Building Systems
'Cookin' for a Cure' Proceeds Donated to Two Families
Enter the 2007 Brick in Home Building Competition by July 31
Take PCA Builders Survey, Be in Drawing for Free iPod
Commercial
Apply for 2008 Commerical Building Awards by Aug. 1
Education
Education Calendar
Environment
Interior Bill Promotes ‘Cooperative Conservation’
Codes
NAHB Urges Proven Standards for Plumbing Products
Regulation
NAHB Staff Helping HBAs With Storm Water Proposals
Workforce housing
'Casa y Comunidad' Earns National Publishing Award
Labor
Training Official Meets With HBI Board of Trustees
Building Products
Wireless System Remotely Monitors Home 'Heartbeat'
TV
NAHB-Produced Programs on HGTV and DIY
Endowment
Maryland Builders Win National Disability Initiative Award
Association News
SEBC Going Green in Orlando This Week
Dell Summer Sizzle: Get Double Discounts Through July 31
Drive Away With a Shiny New $500 GM Offer
Get One Month Free Credit Card Processing With Solveras
Get Free CD of Customer Service Forms From Biz Forms and Checks
Calendar of Events
NAHB Career Center

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Remodeling Lead Rule Would Leave Children Unprotected

Apply for This Year's NAHB Remodelers' Awards

The following awards are available to NAHB Remodelers throughout the year.

  • National Remodeling Hall of Fame

The Remodeling Hall of Fame award honors those who have made lasting contributions to the remodeling industry.

Nominations for the next class of honorees are now being accepted. The deadline for nominations is Wednesday, July 11.

For more information, click here. 

  • Homes For Life

The NAHB Remodelers Homes for Life celebrates the work of CAPS designees. The winning entry will be announced at the NAHB Remodelers yearly award ceremony, currently the NAHB Remodelers Gala, which takes place during the Remodeling Show.

The Homes for Life deadline is Sept. 3. For more information, click here.

  • NAHB Remodeler of the Month

The Remodeler of the Month award honors remodelers who demonstrate strong business practices, community service or industry involvement. Winners are featured in Qualified Remodeler magazine and Nation’s Building News.

For more information or to apply, visit www.nahb.org/rom.

  • NAHB Remodeler of the Year

This award recognizes exemplary NAHB involvement at any level, superior business management and outstanding contributions to the remodeling industry.

Winners are featured in Qualified Remodeler magazine and Nation’s Building News.

Click here to learn more, or to apply. The deadline for applications is Aug. 20.

  • CADRE

The Council Awards for Demonstrating Remodeling Excellence (CADRE) are presented each year to outstanding local councils and individuals who exemplify the best within the industry.

The awards are presented in a variety of categories. Click here to learn more.

For More Information

For more information about the NAHB Remodelers awards, visit the NAHB Remodelers awards section on the NAHB Web site, call the NAHB Remodelers at 800-368-5242 x8216, or e-mail remodel@nahb.com.


 

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