The Florida Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Contractors Association (FRACCA) Board had a great visit in November to Tallahassee, the Florida Capital, where we spent our Day on the Hill meeting with Legislators and Representatives that can further our HVAC Industry Initiatives. Following the success from last year where Representative Melony Bell (Polk County) and Senator Ed Hooper (District 21) assisted with the upgrade of the Notice of Commencement to $15,000. This year the board had a huge task ahead with 7 Legislative Priorities that needed to be heard and explained in more detail so that the Senators and Representatives can make informed votes and help support the HVAC industry as well as the consumers.
2024 Legislative Priorities for FRACCA
- Disconnect Switches
- Sales Tax Exemption
- Middle School Introduction to Trades
- Direct Funding for Apprenticeships
- Building Code Petitions
- HVAC Sales Tax Holiday
- Continue to Support Tort Reform
After speaking to 21 Senators and Representatives from across the state, the FRACCA Board left Tallahassee feeling confident that they had a voice, and it was heard.
The FRACCA board also handed the 2023 Legislative Champion Awards to Senator Jim Boyd and Representative Randy Maggard for their assistance on the bill that allows HVAC Transfer of Warranty.
In 2024 the FRACCA Conference will be held in conjunction with the Air Conditioning Contractors of America (ACCA) National Conference at The Sapphire Falls Resort, Universal Studios Orlando from March 11th – 13th. There will be amazing educational sessions with 14 CEU available, in addition you will get to experience the National side of ACCA. With over 100 Vendors and a special “Florida Pavilion” for our supportive partners, this is the event to attend in 2024. Please look for much more information in the mail and via email on this.
Find out more about FRACCA and their affiliated chapters by visiting http://www.fracca.org or calling Executive Director Erica Mattis at 407.676.0031.
ACprosite Director’s note: I encourage ALL CONTRACTORS to get involved with your local and statewide HVAC/R association. Make it your New Year’s resolution. Having our industry represented in Tallahassee is of utmost importance. This is where many of the codes and regulations that control your businesses originate and are modified. Help your fellow contractors carry the load! And representation in Tallahassee is only one of the many benefits these associations provide.
