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This Month in DC: June 2024
June 27, 2024 | 1 minute read
This Month in DC
Alex Ayers gives us an overview of the most important things going on in DC this month. Things to look out for in this month's issue of HARDI's This Month in DC:
HARDI submits comments to DOE to prevent dead inventory caused by proposed testing change.
Webinar Replay: HARDI Fireside Chat with Honeywell - Understanding PFAS and Its Impact on HVACR
Understanding the danger of PFAS and why refrigerants should be exempt from prohibitions.
HARDI signs coalition letter asking the U.S. Department of Labor to stay the overtime rule.
EPA proposes delay of VRF install date by one year, maintains manufacture cut-off.
Updates on states applying for heat pump rebates
Find out more that's going on in DC with Alex Ayers and Todd Titus!
Alex Ayers
Alex Ayers is the Vice President of Government Affairs for Heating, Air-conditioning, & Refrigeration Distributors International. As a recovering political nerd and current policy wonk, Alex is HARDI’s primary lobbyist and regulatory expert. Growing up in Iowa, Alex was exposed early to local politics through the first in the nation Iowa Caucuses, participating as a county caucus delegate to develop the grassroots planks that go into creating the party platform. Since moving to Washington, DC, Alex has spent over a decade lobbying, publishing papers, and testifying in various policy areas, including taxes, energy, environment, agriculture, and economics. His research has been cited by organizations such as the Wall Street Journal, Forbes, and the Tax Foundation.
Expertise: HVACR Policy, Government Affairs, and Political Advocacy
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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.
