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The Government Affairs Update Podcast - Where we unpack what's going on in our industry from a retailer's perspective. Tim and Jason Tolleson from HPBA sit down to recap the month. They discuss the status and momentum of the national fuel choice bill, the government shutdown and how it impacts the EPA, wood stove certificates, and the work of the HBPA In this episode, Tim and Jason cover: Increasing support for Energy Choice Act H.R. 3699. Since the September hearing, 22 new co-sponsors have come on for a total of 114, shifting the focus to getting the attention of House leadership for full consideration, and when to expect an industry call to action. Recap of annual session for solid fuel and gas sections in Chicago to discuss operations, strategic planning, and policy issue focus for the year ahead. Changes coming in 2028 to testing and emissions ratings for wood burning, what to pay attention to, and how to be prepared at the retail level. Update on the Supreme Court decision on the Fuel Choice bill in Washington State. Closing out the year with the HBPA Government Affairs Leadership Academy, how GALA participants are getting more involved with their affiliates, and how to get involved/nominate for the 2026-27 Session. --- This episode is a production of The Hearth, Patio & Barbecue Association and The Fire Time Network. You can learn more about the HPBA—and get involved—by visiting https://www.hpba.org Get free access to The Fire Time Magazine every month by going to https://www.itsfiretime.com/subscribe

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The Government Affairs Update Podcast - Where we unpack what's going on in our industry from a retailer's perspective. Tim and Jason Tolleson from HPBA sit down to recap the month. They talk about the hearing coming up for fuel choice bill H.R. 3699, the sunsetting of the federal tax credit, important IRS information for dealers, and the Supreme Court decisions regarding tariffs - and their impact on the industry. Tim and Jason cover: Committee on Energy and Commerce Subcommittee hearing - "Building the American Dream: Examining Affordability, Choice, and Security in Appliance and Building Policies." Overview, steps, and upcoming calls to action for H.R. 3699. Final guidelines regarding the expiring tax credit for installation of eligible wood stoves installed before December 31st. New IRS field for Qualified Manufacturer (QM) Identification Number (QMID) for taxpayers to claim the Energy Efficient Home Improvement Credit on their tax return. --- This episode is a production of The Hearth, Patio & Barbecue Association and The Fire Time Network. You can learn more about the HPBA—and get involved—by visiting https://www.hpba.org Get free access to The Fire Time Magazine every month by going to https://www.itsfiretime.com/subscribe

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The Government Affairs Update Podcast - Where we unpack what's going on in our industry from a retailer's perspective. Tim and Jason Tolleson from HPBA sit down to recap the month. They reflect on the Fly-In with the HBPA alongside leaders and members of the industry to meet with government representatives in Washington D.C. They also cover how the National Fuel Choice bill is looking heading into Fall, tariff volatility, and upcoming changes to NSPS regarding wood-burning standards. --- This episode is a production of The Hearth, Patio & Barbecue Association and The Fire Time Network. You can learn more about the HPBA—and get involved—by visiting https://www.hpba.org Get free access to The Fire Time Magazine every month by going to https://www.itsfiretime.com/subscribe

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The Government Affairs Update Podcast - Where we unpack what's going on in our industry from a retailer's perspective. Tim and Jason Tolleson from HPBA sit down to recap the month. They talk about the end of the federal tax credit on wood and pellet products, the Federal Fuel Choice Bill, and how to make an impact with your local representatives by inviting them into your business. Tim and Jason also explore : Moving from tax credits to changeout programs The urgency of promoting the final days of the Federal Tax Credit Maine becoming the 28th state to sign a fuel choice bill into law Advocacy in the industry for support of the Federal Energy Choice Act Get involved now! Write to your representative to become a co-sponsor on the federal fuel choice bill: https://hpba.org/hpba-urges-industry-support-for-the-energy-choice-act/ --- This episode is a production of The Hearth, Patio & Barbecue Association and The Fire Time Network. You can learn more about the HPBA—and get involved—by visiting https://www.hpba.org Get free access to The Fire Time Magazine every month by going to https://www.itsfiretime.com/subscribe

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The Government Affairs Update Podcast - Where we unpack what's going on in our industry from a retailer's perspective. Tim and Jason Tolleson from HPBA sit down to recap the month. They discuss the status of the federal tax credit for wood and pellet appliances, momentum regarding a nationwide fuel-choice bill, actionable items in HBPA Advocacy Alerts, and revisit the topic of the national fuel choice bill, AKA the Energy Choice Acts. Finally, hear about how two Government Affairs Leadership Academy classes are headed to Washington DC alongside the HBPA Board of Directors to meet with legislators and advocate for the industry. --- This episode is a production of The Hearth, Patio & Barbecue Association and The Fire Time Network. You can learn more about the HPBA—and get involved—by visiting https://www.hpba.org Get free access to The Fire Time Magazine every month by going to https://www.itsfiretime.com/subscribe

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The Government Affairs Update Podcast - Where we unpack what's going on in our industry from a retailer's perspective. This month, Tim sits down with Jason Tolleson from HPBA to recap the month. They discuss tariffs, what is happening at the state and federal level, the jeopardization of the federal tax credit for wood and pellet appliances, and Initiative 2066 being overturned in Washington. In this episode, they also cover: The April Executive Order initiating the DOJ review of state and local restrictions on fuel use. Status at the Department of Energy and the effots to remove specific natural gas bans. Reorganizaion at the EPA and compliance efforts in order to provide fair, predictable regulation at the national level. Changing status of tarifs, a 90 day pause agreement with China, and the pending US-Canada-Mexico status. Congress and the introduction of the Energy Choice Act that prohibits state and local government from limiting energy sources available to customers. --- This episode is a production of The Hearth, Patio & Barbecue Association and The Fire Time Network. You can learn more about the HPBA—and get involved—by visiting https://www.hpba.org Get free access to The Fire Time Magazine every month by going to https://www.itsfiretime.com/subscribe

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The Government Affairs Update Podcast - Where we unpack what's going on in our industry from a retailer's perspective. This month, Tim sits down with Jason Tolleson from HPBA to discuss volatility of tariffs, the recent HBPA Pacific Lobby Day, upcoming regional affiliate meetings, the status of NSPS, and recent comments the HBPA submitted to the Department of Energy. --- This episode is a production of The Hearth, Patio & Barbecue Association and The Fire Time Network. You can learn more about the HPBA—and get involved—by visiting https://www.hpba.org Get free access to The Fire Time Magazine every month by going to https://www.itsfiretime.com/subscribe

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