Builder News National Lieutenant Governors Stand Up for Housing The National Lieutenant Governors Association issued a proclamation recognizing the importance of the nation’s home building industry in spurring job and economic growth during its annual meeting in Grand Rapids, Mich. in early July. “Homeownership is a cherished ideal and the bedrock of the American dream,” said Wisconsin Lieutenant Governor Rebecca Kleefisch, the lead Republican co-sponsor of the bipartisan resolution. “Housing accounts for 15% of the nation’s GDP. As housing goes, so goes the economy.” “Housing affordability and availability are key to economic growth and development and play a major role in attracting new employers and residents to our communities,” said Connecticut Lieutenant Governor Nancy Wyman, the lead Democratic sponsor of the resolution. “Over the past six years in Connecticut, we’ve invested more than a billion dollars in housing, revitalizing our neighborhoods and spurring job growth. I’m proud to join members on both sides of the aisle in sponsoring this resolution.” The statement noted the regulatory challenges facing the industry, citing figures from a recent NAHB study that shows that more than 24% of the cost of a new home is due to government regulations. Per the proclamation: “The National Lieutenant Governors Association appreciates the role the home building industry plays in helping citizens achieve the American dream and strengthening our economy. “Be it further resolved, that the National Lieutenant Governors Association recommends that the President and Congress acknowledge the importance of housing and homeownership and support policies that encourage production of housing that meets the needs of all families. “Be it further resolved, that the National Lieutenant Governors Association approach housing issues in a meaningful and responsible manner, while avoiding any legislation or regulatory actions that will drive up the cost of housing or inhibit the ongoing housing market recovery from the Great Recession.” The resolution can be viewed here. Propane and Natural Gas Products! Connecticut’s largest family owned Propane company with over 350,000 gallons of storage, HOCON GAS has a reputation for delivering propane energy and industry expertise for more than 60 years! Pete “Propane Pete” Battaglio with over 33 years of experience Sr. Regional Sales Manager Hocon Gas, Inc. • 6 Armstrong Road Shelton, CT 06484 Office: 203.402.7800 • Fax: 203.944.0300 Cell: 203.343.2199 Email: pbattaglio@hocongas.com www.hocongas.com NORWALK 33 Rockland Rd. (203) 853-1500 WATERBURY 20 Railroad Hill St. (203) 754-7601 16 | HBRA of Fairfield County | June 2016 GUILFORD 736 Boston Post Rd. (203) 458-2790 DANBURY 86 Payne Rd. (203) 744-4000 TORRINGTON 2407 Winsted Rd. (860) 626-0900 Copyright © Hocon • HOD#726-30
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