New York Governor Signs Carpet Recycling Bill
Albany, NY, January 5, 2023-Governor Kathy Hochul of New York has signed a law ordering carpetmakers to develop and enact plans for recycling, reports The New York State Senate.
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Varden's UNITE Reveals Initial Board
Rockwell, TX, January 5, 2023-The new Unite nonprofit launched by veteran flooring installer Robert Varden had its first unofficial board meeting this week. Varden called the meeting to clarify his initial vision for the 501(c)3: to amplify the efforts of groups already spearheading training and awareness initiatives.
Trade Deficit Narrowed by $16.3B in November
Washington, DC, January 5, 2023-The goods and services deficit was $61.5 billion in November, down $16.3 billion from $77.8 billion in October, revised, according to the U.S. Census Bureau and the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
Initial Jobless Claims Declined by 19,000 in Week Ending Dec. 31
Washington, DC, January 5, 2023—In the week ending December 31, the advance figure for seasonally adjusted initial claims was 204,000, a decrease of 19,000 from the previous week's revised level, according to the Department of Labor.
Private Sector Employment Rose by 235,000 Jobs in December
Roseland, NJ, January 5, 2023—Private sector employment increased by 235,000 jobs in December and annual pay was up 7.3% year-over-year, according to the December ADP National Employment Report.
HMTX's New Headquarters Honored with Two Awards
Norwalk, CT, January 5, 2023-The new HMTX Industries world headquarters in Norwalk, Connecticut was honored at the Connecticut Green Building Council (CTGBC) annual awards program at a December 8 ceremony in Branford, Connecticut.
NWFA Announces 2022 PIE Scholarship Winners
St. Louis, MO, January 5, 2023—The National Wood Flooring Association (NWFA) Education & Research Foundation (NERF) has announced the winners of three 2022 NERF Partners in Education (PIE) Sponsored Scholarships.
CTEF Adds Two New Training and Education Programs
Pendleton, SC, January 5, 2023—The Ceramic Tile Education Foundation (CTEF) has newly expanded training and education for professionals in the ceramic tile and stone industry for 2023.
CFI Holding Installation Training Event at TISE for Sales Professionals
Dalton, GA, January 5, 2023—Certified Flooring Installers (CFI), which celebrates its 30th year in business, is kicking off its carpet installation technical certification program for sales professionals at The International Surface Event on January 31 and February 1, 9:00 to 3:00 p.m. in the CFI Booth, #6663.
Inept Government Paperwork Could Lead to Big China Tariff Refund
Arlington, VA, January 4, 2023—"U.S. companies have handed over nearly $161 billion to the government because of former President Donald Trump’s tariffs on Chinese goods,” according to Politico Pro. “If a long running court case pays off in early 2023, they could eventually get a big chunk of that money back.