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Government Affairs
Work with Congress, government agencies, and other trade organizations to encourage policies, laws, and regulations that foster a positive business climate for the industry. Through the GrassRoots Network, we help you achieve maximum impact, even in your state legislatures. UTSA staff develops and maintains industry statistics and prepares position papers on important issues. For more information, please contact Tony Wagner, Director, Environmental & Government Affairs at (703)247-2608 or Salita Jones, Executive & Meetings Coordinator at (703)247-2611.

Tools You Can Use
Legislation, be it federal, state, or local, affects the business practices of UTSA members in many ways. Environmental regulations—from local pH limits of industrial wastewater to a proposed federal shop towel rule—and OSHA mandated programs are just some ways that legislation impacts your company's bottom line. UTSA now offers a brief guide of the legislative process and tips you can use to communicate effectively with your elected officials. To get your copy, click here.


Free Trade
You interact with competitors all the time, and meet with cost groups at local and regional association functions, as well as at UTSA events. You and your employees need to understand antitrust laws and their implications. Prepared by attorney Michael Knight of Collier Shannon Scott, Antitrust Laws: A Guide to Compliance outlines the U.S. antitrust law and steps to take to remain in compliance, and includes an easy to follow lists of antitrust Do's and Don’ts. CLICK HERE to order your copy.














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