Steel institute gets tax break for relocation near Capitol
American Iron and Steel Institute takes advantage of D.C. property tax abatement program to move association headquarters The American Iron and Steel Institute has a new home closer to Capitol Hill, thanks in part to a short-lived property tax break program that will help the group save $1 million.
Read MoreTired conflicts, new battlegrounds pose challenge for 2012
Representing industry requires broad effort in the silly season of elections; trade groups using ad blitzes, courts, PACs, to get things done. The new year has the same old fights in Congress, but major new battlefronts have opened for trade associations now advocating member interests in the Supreme Court and on the campaign trail. In their traditional stomping grounds on Capitol Hill, lobbyists could face more gridlock, compounded by the election year, from a Congress that has a lot to do early in the next session.
Read MoreTrade groups can land foundation grantssometimes
Winning private grants for programs is a challenging, but not impossible, task for associations that are able to do the work Private grants for research or scholarship programs are available for associations that want them, if groups are willing to put in the effort.
Read MoreTrade show exhibits destinations, services
The Holiday Showcase afternoon is dedicated to a trade show featuring business services for the association market, including convention and visitor bureaus, hotels, printers and graphic designers. RELATED CONTENT Chicagos Holiday Showcase offers strategies for change
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ABC chief looks ahead to broad industry transformation
Associated Builders and Contractors CEO Michael Bellaman is working with others toward a future with no workplace fatalities
Read MoreAir toxins battle is poised to heat up on Capitol Hill
Critics predict the new regulations will kill jobs and raise electricity cost; EPA says cleaner air will save lives and create jobs Controversy surrounding new rules aimed at making smokestacks cleaner will pick up steam on Capitol Hill during this election year. Thats partly because the politics of coal and geography mean that not all electric utilities or fossil fuel producers stand united, and even some Democrats disagree with President Obama and party leaders.
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