July 2026

July 2026

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Happy Independence Day!

Two hundred fifty years ago, our nation declared its independence. This weekend, we celebrate not only our country's history, but also the people whose hard work continues to keep America moving. This Fourth of July will be especially meaningful as America celebrates its 250th

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Court Rules New York's All-Electric Buildings Mandate Does Not Violate Federal Law

ESEA On June 30, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit ruled that New York's All-Electric Buildings Act does not violate federal law, allowing the state to move forward with implementation of the law. The legislation, adopted as part of the 2023 State Budget, pro

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Navigating Cannabis and the Workplace Webinar

July 16 2:00 – 2:30 pm Eastern  This webinar explores state laws on marijuana legalization, employee protections for off-duty use, and recognizing impairment at work. Attendees will learn about cannabis testing methods, their limitations, and the challenges of creating consist

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House Passes Bipartisan Main Street Competes Act to Strengthen Competition for Independent Businesses

From EMA In a bipartisan victory for small businesses, the U.S. House of Representatives passed the Main Street Competes Act (H.R. 8882). The legislation, introduced by Rep. Derek Schmidt (R-KS) and Rep. Hillary Scholten (D-MI), expands the Small Business Administration’s (S

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EMA Urges IRS to Clear Long-Overdue Form 8849 Excise Tax Refunds

From EMA Tuesday, June 30, 2026 – The Energy Marketers of America (EMA) has formally called on the IRS to immediately address the ongoing backlog in processing Form 8849 federal excise tax refund claims. Despite assurances from the Department of the Treasury in M

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Federated Insurance: It’s Your Life. Does Your Estate Plan Protect Loved Ones with Disabilities?

Estate planning for business owners often focuses on succession, taxes, and fairness among heirs. But when a family member has disabilities, the process can become mo

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