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Public Policy Tipoffs Involving Illinois Newsletter for Tuesday May 21, 2024 ( 8 items )  

American Library Association: Essential Checklist of Library Building Design Considerations
CHICAGO, Illinois, May 21 (TNSres) -- The American Library Association issued the following news release: With staff time at a premium, and library budgets that leave little room for overages, undertaking a successful library building or renovation project requires precision planning, effective communication, and focused coordination. Using a methodical approach that will ensure that no detail is overlooked, the new seventh edition of William W. Sannwald's classic book "Checklist of Library Bui  more

American Steel Industry Urges Congress to Reject Anti-Competitive Mass Timber Federal Buildings Act
CHICAGO, Illinois, May 21 -- The American Institute of Steel Construction issued the following news release: In a joint letter to Congress, the American Institute of Steel Construction (AISC), American Iron and Steel Institute (AISI), and Steel Manufacturers Association (SMA) outline their firm opposition to the proposed Mass Timber Federal Buildings Act (S4149) - and urge members of Congress to reject the anti-competitive bill. The bill, which was introduced by U.S. Senators Jeff Merkley (D-O  more

Delegates Approve Four Resolutions at the 120th NABP Annual Meeting
MOUNT PROSPECT, Illinois, May 21 -- The National Association of Boards of Pharmacy issued the following news release: Delegates from the member boards of pharmacy adopted four resolutions during the 120th National Association of Boards of Pharmacy (NABP) Annual Meeting, held in Fort Worth, TX, on May 14-17, 2024. The resolutions address the following: * Drug Shortages. NABP will collaborate with organizations, including industry, federal agencies, pharmacy associations, and pharmacy benefit ma  more

IIDA ANNOUNCES JEZARELY MIGUEL AS RECIPIENT OF THE 2024 ANNA HERNADEZ/LUNA TEXTILES AWARDS
CHICAGO, Illinois, May 21 -- The International Interior Design Association issued the following news release: IIDA and the IIDA Foundation are pleased to announce Jezarely Miguel, Ind. IIDA, Founder and Design of Matiz as the recipient of the 2024 Anna Hernandez/Luna Textiles Award. This annual award honors a woman business owner making valuable contributions to the design industry. "Jezarely blends her cultural roots through collaboration and community impact to bring people together through   more

NABP 2024-2025 Executive Committee Inaugurated at Association's 120th Annual Meeting
MOUNT PROSPECT, Illinois, May 21 -- The National Association of Boards of Pharmacy issued the following news release: Delegates to the 120th National Association of Boards of Pharmacy (NABP) Annual Meeting, held in Fort Worth, TX, from May 14-17, 2024, elected individuals to fill the president-elect, treasurer, and open member positions on the Association's 2024-2025 Executive Committee. The newly elected officers and members of the NABP Executive Committee are: * President-elect Bradley S. H  more

NAC Names Dan Herrle as Director of Education
CHICAGO, Illinois, May 21 -- The National Association of Concessionaires issued the following news release: The National Association of Concessionaires (NAC) has appointed Dan Herrle, Assistant Vice President- Business Development- Food & Beverage at National Amusements, Inc., as its new Director of Education. Herrle steps into the role previously held by Larry Etter, who dedicated over 13 years to serving NAC and the industry in this position. In this new role, Herrle will be responsible for   more

The White House Recognizes National Safe Boating Week with Official Proclamation
CHICAGO, Illinois, May 20 [Category: Business] -- The National Marine Manufacturers Association issued the following news release: Recognizing the importance of safe boating practices, the White House is formally acknowledging National Safe Boating Week from May 18 through May 24, 2024, issuing a formal proclamation and encouraging all who participate in boating activities to learn more about safe boating practices and take advantage of boating safety education opportunities. Memorial Day week  more

Upcoming Webinar Explores the Why & How of Discover Boating, May 23 -- Register Now
CHICAGO, Illinois, May 20 [Category: Business] -- The National Marine Manufacturers Association issued the following news release: Register today for the National Marine Manufacturers Association (NMMA) and Marine Retailers Association of the Americas (MRAA) industry webinar to learn the why & how of the Discover Boating brand, created to attract new boaters and retain current boaters. Learn more about who the campaign is reaching, how it's engaging today's evolving consumer and why the brand i  more