NewslineVolume XI, Issue 10 - August 14, 2009
The Carpet and Rug Institute news for industry executives
In This Issue: New Products Join Seal of Approval Ranks
Systems: Stanley Steemer International Inc. of Dublin, Ohio achieved Gold Level certification for their Stanley Steemer Truck Mounted Model 5200-5400-5500-5600 with Wand. Vacuums: Royal Appliance Manufacturing of Glenwillow, Ohio has earned Bronze level approval for their Royal model CR50005. Congratulations to the new Seal of Approval products! Contact Pat Jennings at 706.428-2123 Search a complete list of SOA-approved products. CRI Issues Hire Act Press ReleaseCRI has issued a nationally-distributed press release in an effort to bring attention to an important piece of proposed legislation designed to provide a stimulus for the home improvement and building products industries. HR 3382, which is known as the HIRE Act, for Home Improvement Revitalize the Economy, has been introduced in Congress and referred to the House Ways and Means Committee. The HIRE Act proposes tax credits for home improvement purchases. It is supported by a broad coalition of home furnishings and building products manufacturers, including CRI, American Home Furnishings Alliance, WFCA, Hardwood Federation, International Wood Products Association, International Sleep Products Association, and Resilient Floor Covering Association, among others. The HIRE Act still needs additional sponsors in the House, as well as companion legislation in the Senate. CRI urges individuals and businesses to express their support for the HIRE Act by writing to their elected representatives, and they have provided a summary of the bill and a sample letter Contact Bethany Richmond at 706.428-2125. View the CRI Blog Post on the HIRE Act View the HIRE Act Press Release CRI Website Upgrades Search Function for Service Providers
Contact Bethany Richmond at 706.428-2125. View a List of CRI Certified SOA Service Providers CRI Government Issues Committee Sponsors Candidates EventThe CRI GIC is sponsoring a Meet and Greet Governmental Forum from 12 until 2 pm on Thursday, Sept 1st to meet the five Republican candidates vying for the 9th District congressional seat that is being vacated by Nathan Deal in his bid for Georgia governor in 2010. The event will be held at the Northwest Georgia Trade and Convention Center and will include lunch. In the running are Mike Evans, former Georgia Transportation Board Chairman and State Representative, Tom Graves, State Representative and real estate investor, Dr. Lee Hawkins, State Senator and dentist, Jeremy Jones, businessman, and Bill Stephens, a banker, former State Senator and gubernatorial aide, and 2006 candidate for Georgia Secretary of State. Seating is limited to 100. Please respond by August 28 to Linda Harrington at 706.428-2110. Contact Linda Harrington at 706.428-2110. Werner Braun Urges CRI Members to Support Each Other
Contact Bethany Richmond at 706.428-2125. View the Complete List of CRI Members Frank Hurd Presents at ALEC MeetingOn Wednesday, July 15, CRI Government Affairs Director Frank Hurd addressed the Environmental Health Working Group (EHWG) at the annual meeting in Atlanta of the American Legislative Exchange Council (ALEC). ALEC is the nation's largest individual membership organization of state legislators, and the meeting brought together nearly 2,000 state legislators, private-sector members, government representatives, and public-policy experts to confront the issues facing our 50 states. CRI Government Relations Director Jennifer Mendez is the private sector co-chair for the EHWG. Mr.Hurd spoke on how carpet contributes to our quality of life. Ms. Mendez explained that, due to the number of states that have introduced legislation regarding extended producer responsibility, the working group aims to educate legislators about voluntary programs like CRI's Green Label Plus that are already in place and could take the place of government-mandated programs. Contact Bethany Richmond at 706.428-2125. View Frank Hurd's Entire Presentation CRI Blog Inspires Editorial
FCN Publisher Al Wahnon echoes those sentiments in his article, saying, "I find it interesting that there are people who hold positions they know are untenable, illogical and downright stupid. They refuse to recognize facts, resist intelligence and ignore truth. These people are not easy to deal with and more difficult to understand." CRI appreciates the support of Floor Covering News and other flooring media for their support on this and many other issues. The Carpet and Rug Institute and President Werner Braun welcome questions about carpet and are eager to provide credible answers based on scientific research. Contact Bethany Richmond at 706.428-2125. View the Entire Floor Covering News Editorial CRI Meetings
* CRI Board of Directors, August 20, 9:00 - 11:00 am
CRI Participation in Upcoming Events
* Connections, September 9 - 11, Las Vegas, NV If you are aware of other events that present significant opportunities to deliver our messages to our critical audiences, please contact Bethany Richmond at 706.428-2125. Check our website calendar for other industry related events
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In light of efforts to encourage "buying local" CRI President Werner Braun urges CRI Members to support each other by checking the CRI membership lists available on the CRI web site before making purchasing decisions. CRI lists Carpet Manufacturers, Associated Manufacturers who supply to the industry, and Affiliated Companies and Businesses offering service and technical support.
