WRITTEN BY AAM CEO, FORREST M. WALL, CAE
Legislation Would Require LARA To Develop Decarbonization Plan
Legislation introduced in the Michigan Senate would require the Michigan Department of Licensing & Regulatory Affairs (LARA) to develop a written construction decarbonization plan. Senate Bill 274 directs LARA to create a plan which provides:
- Guidance on technologies, building materials and construction methods to achieve zero greenhouse gas emissions for any building the construction of which commences after 2026, and, greenhouse gas emissions reductions in renovation, alteration, or reconstruction projects
- Targets for building decarbonization based on the most accurate and complete climate change data for each 3-year construction code cycle update
- Recommendations for changes to building codes to achieve building decarbonization targets
- Priorities for equity in decarbonization
- Promotion of prevailing wage to workers on projects that implement the plan
The bill calls on LARA to host public hearings for the plan, consult with other state departments (such as Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy – EGLE), and convene a stakeholder committee to advise the department. The legislation has been referred to the Committee on Energy and Environment.
AAM-PAC Fundraising Drive Is On!
The AAM Board of Directors has set an aggressive $100,000 fundraising goal for AAM-PAC during 2023. AAM-PAC is the Apartment Association’s political action committee, which utilizes contributions from members and aggregates them into one fund. This fund is used to financially support those elected officials who understand the important role of rental housing in Michigan’s economy.
We need your help to strengthen our voice in support of the multifamily rental property industry. One great way you can assist us is by supporting the fundraising campaign by making your donation today! Remember, AAM-PAC contributions must be made via personal, partnership, LLP, or LLC check or credit card.
To comply with state reporting requirements, all contributions must be accompanied by a PAC Contribution Form. If contributing by check, please complete the form at apartments.org, then print and mail with your check to AAM Offices.
If you are making your contribution by credit card and prefer to make your contribution using our secure website, please use the link at apartments.org to enter the required information and your credit card number.
If you have any questions, feel free to call me at 248-862-1004 to make your contribution today.