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.

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