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Industry News

Senator introduces bill to prevent construction worker suicide

The bill, introduced by Sen. Catherine Cortez Masto of Nevada, authorizes HHS to study risk factors for construction workers and form policy recommendations on how to reduce deaths by suicide.

DOE Reevaluates Biden-Era Efficiency Rules for Distribution Transformers

When the Biden administration published its Energy Conservation Standards for Distribution Transformers in 2024, the rule represented a compromise of sorts. Now, the Trump administration is considering changing that rule.

NECA News

2026 Project Excellence Award Winners Announced

NECA is proud to announce the winners of the 2026 Project Excellence Awards. These awards recognize member-contractors for outstanding commitment, professionalism and ingenuity in delivering electrical projects across 13 different market sectors. Winners will be recognized during a special ceremony at NECA 2026 in Las Vegas. Congratulations to this year's honorees for setting the bar for excellence in our industry.

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New Member Resource: "Why Hire A NECA Contractor" Sales Collateral

Three new customer-facing guides are now available to help you make the case for hiring a NECA contractor. Each one is built for a different audience. A Customer's Guide covers general commercial and industrial owners. What Sets a NECA Contractor Apart is a benefit-driven version made for quick conversations or leave-behinds. And the Utility Contractor Guide speaks to utilities, cooperatives, municipalities, and outside line work, complete with a side-by-side comparison table. Use these in bids, RFP responses, and customer conversations to show what sets NECA membership apart from simply being IBEW signatory. Find them all for download in the NECA Member Portal!

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Times Almost Up! Best Pricing Ends Soon for NECA 2026 Las Vegas

Two days left to lock in the lowest rate for the industry's biggest event, and this one's extra special! NECA turns 125 this year, and we're celebrating in Vegas from October 4-7. 400+ exhibitors, 80+ education sessions, 33 free workshops, and headliners like Nick Saban and Andre Agassi taking the stage. Prices go up after August 12, so don't miss your shot at being part of this milestone. Register now and save before it's gone!

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Help Shape the Future of Project Performance

NECA has partnered with Dodge and the Lean Construction Institute on an industry-wide survey benchmarking performance in design and construction. The 10-15 minute survey is open to owners, architects, engineers, interior designers, and contractors with experience across commercial, industrial, and infrastructure projects. Participants should be familiar with project outcomes (budget and schedule compliance) and contracting methods. Responses are confidential and reported only in aggregate.

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Upcoming Events

In-Person Events

NECA 2026 Las Vegas
Oct. 4-7 | Las Vegas, NV

NECA Safety Professionals Institute
Oct. 20-22 | Washington, DC

2026 Labor Relations Conference
Nov. 2-4 | Phoenix, AZ

Executive Management Institute
Nov. 17-21 | Washington, DC

Virtual Classrooms

Understanding Construction Accounting
August 13 | 12:00 - 2:00 p.m. ET

The Effort Equation: How Involved Should You Be?
Sept. 10 | 3:00 p.m. ET

Advanced Estimating Strategies
Sept. 14-17 | 12:30 - 3:30 p.m. ET

Basic Estimating of Electrical Construction
Sept. 14-24 | 10:00 - 12:00 p.m. ET

Webinars

Your Data, Your AI: How Electrical Contractors Build the Foundation That Makes It Work
August 25 | 2:00 -3:00 p.m. ET

A Comparison of Fault Managed Power (FMP) & Traditional AC Distribution in High Performance Data Centers
Sept. 17 | 12:00 - 1:00 p.m. ET

In Memoriam

NECA joins the IBEW in mourning the passing of Robbie Sparks. Robbie was a pioneering labor leader whose life was defined by service, courage, and an unwavering commitment to expanding opportunity for others. As longtime Business Manager of IBEW Local 2127 and President Emeritus of the Electrical Workers Minority Caucus, she shaped generations of leaders while championing fairness, inclusion, and dignity throughout the labor movement. Robbie inspired countless men and women to pursue careers in our industry, lead with integrity, and ensure every worker had the opportunity to succeed. Her legacy will be felt for generations to come.