The BUILD America 250 Act would invest in highways, bridges, rail, transit, and freight while creating new fees for electric vehicles and addressing transportation bottlenecks. Continue Reading
From collective bargaining to workplace safety and employer liability, new federal and state developments are changing the rules employers must follow. Continue Reading
The updated AIM Act rules extend timelines for lower global warming potential refrigerants, giving businesses more flexibility while maintaining the federal HFC phasedown schedule. Continue Reading
The U.S. General Services Administration’s draft clause raises questions about software, data ownership, commercial agreements, and compliance for distributors working with the federal government. Continue Reading
Regulatory and legislative decisions made outside the industry can have significant consequences for distributors — making member participation in advocacy more important than ever. Continue Reading
Good regulation starts with good input — and our industry deserves to be heard before the rules are written, not after. Continue Reading
As shifting trade policies drive up costs and complicate pricing, distributors are seeking a more consistent approach to tariffs and trade.. Continue Reading
A series of court rulings, new tariff authorities, and shifting trade agreements have created a constantly changing tariff landscape for distributors and manufacturers. Continue Reading
A practical guide to understanding the different structures and antitrust limits of manufacturer pricing rules. Continue Reading
As more states impose extended producer responsibility requirements, distributors face uncertainty over who is responsible, how fees are calculated, and whether the emerging patchwork can survive legal challenges. Continue Reading
Effective succession planning requires more than naming a successor — it demands coordinated planning across ownership, governance, tax, and leadership to preserve enterprise value across generations. Continue Reading
Ashley Mueller and Emily Coveny are advancing FEDA’s strategic initiatives, educational programs, and conference development efforts. Continue Reading
