Kuma, IHP, Travis, and Blaze King all hosted their district legislators. Legislators received a tour of the factories, met employees, and learned about the nuances of manufacturing woodstoves (and gas appliances too). All of the manufacturers emphasized the differences between cordwood and crib testing methods and what the controversy around those testing methods meant for their industry.
All of the legislators involved are willing now to engage in woodstove policy discussions. They all appreciated learning what is involved and how wood and gas heating appliances not only provide beneficial heat for people in their districts but also how the hearth industry is providing needed jobs and benefits.
A summary video has been completed for each tour to help other NWHPBA and HPBA members see what is involved and how bringing legislators to your business can help bring our advocacy efforts to a new level. You can see these videos below.
We encourage all retailers and manufacturers to invite local legislators in to see what you do, visit with your employees, and understand the importance of the industry to your community. For assistance in setting up a legislative visit, please contact Carolyn Logue at [email protected].
