The United States House of Representatives passed a resolution Apr. 14 recognizing the plumbing industry and supporting the goals and ideals of National Plumbing Industry Week, which will be celebrated April 27-May 3.    
    The resolution is meant to recognize the 125th anniversary of the Plumbing-Heating-Cooling Contractors—National Association and the role the plumbing industry plays in protecting the health and safety of the nation. PHCC, which celebrates its 125th anniversary this year, is the oldest trade association in the construction industry.             
    “This is a significant acknowledgment of our industry’s contributions to society,” said PHCC President Jim Finley, C.N. Finley, New Orleans, La.  “We believe this gives National Plumbing Industry Week the recognition it deserves.”             
    The resolution was introduced by Reps. Nydia Velazquez (D-NY), chairwoman of the House Small Business Committee, and Steve Chabot (R-Ohio), ranking member on the committee.   
    PHCC will kick off National Plumbing Industry Week with a May 1 rally on Capitol Hill. The rally will showcase the importance the plumbing industry plays in water conservation. Environmental Protection Agency assistant administrator Ben Grumbles will join the rally on behalf of WaterSense, EPA’s water efficiency program.
     Members of Congress have been invited to attend and several leaders in the industry from groups such as the International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials and the American Supply Association will also attend.    
    Visit wwwphccweb.org  for more information.