Advocacy
HVACR Distributor State Advocacy Recap: June 2025
June 25, 2025 | 2 minute read
Watch the full recap video above with HARDI’s Director of State and Public Affairs, Todd Titus, for more insights into these developments and what’s ahead.
HARDI’s State Affairs hit the ground running in 2025, and after six months, the results speak for themselves. In the first half of 2025, HARDI analyzed 902 state-level legislative and regulatory issues, with 425 tracked closely and 66 flagged as high priority. Top areas of focus include PFAS regulations, electrification mandates, emissions policy, HFC phasedowns, and ultra-low GWP requirements.
2025 Legislation and Regulation Highlights:
Maine finalized PFAS regulations affecting HVACR equipment by 2040.
California SB682 is expected to be amended to remove HVACR equipment restrictions—thanks in part to HARDI’s grassroots pressure.
South Coast AQMD’s furnace/water heater zero-emissions rule was paused after strong opposition from 125+ HARDI members.
Washington's HB1462 evolved significantly into a task force study thanks to close industry collaboration.
New York’s Part 494 was unfortunately adopted, prompting HARDI and AHRI to file a joint lawsuit.
We also hosted our first State Advocacy Day in Sacramento to empower California members with direct legislative access—something we aim to expand to other states in 2026.
Looking ahead, California and a few aggressive-policy states remain active in session. Regulatory efforts continue year-round, and HARDI plans to expand our team and member engagement tools to meet the demand. Expect more grassroots opportunities and public affairs content to keep you informed and involved.
Follow Along for More HVACR State Issues
State regulations can evolve fast, and staying informed is key to staying compliant. Visit HARDI's State Issues page to explore the latest legislative and regulatory developments affecting the HVACR industry. Whether it’s HFC phasedowns or other state-led initiatives, this resource helps you track what matters most, where it matters most.
Todd Titus
Todd Titus, J.D. is HARDI's Director of State and Public Affairs. As the lead of HARDI's new state affairs department, Todd monitors legislative and regulatory issues across all 50 states to inform HARDI membership about the legislation that impacts the industry. Along with informing membership of key issues, Todd also spearheads grassroots initiatives, advocates before elected officials, and networks in person with relevant stakeholders.
