Energy Policy and Climate Change
Congress and the White House are working to revitalize the economy and create jobs. Architects can and must be part of the solution. The AIA supports tax and regulatory policies that help architects to get back to work rebuilding and renewing the economy.
Issue Briefs
Government Withholding Relief Coalition Letter
Eliminate Retainage Rules for Architects Contracting with the Federal Government
Green Transit-Oriented Design and Construction
Resources
AIA Backs Changes to Retainage Rules
As the nation continues to struggle with sky-high foreclosure rates and a frozen residential market, Congress will likely look to find legislative solutions to the crisis. As much of the profession’s work is concentrated in the residential sector, it is vital that Congress advances polices that will get the residential market moving again.
Issue Briefs
Expand Access to Affordable Housing
Energy Efficiency in Housing Act
Additional Resources
AIA Statement for the Record: “The Green Resources for the Energy Efficient Neighborhoods Act
AIA/HUD Secretary Awards Recognize Four Outstanding Housing Projects
The AIA Housing and Custom Residential Knowledge Community
Housing and Custom Residential Knowledge Community Supports Key Component of Economic Stimulus Bill
Our transportation system is broken, with crumbling infrastructure, sprawl and congestion choking our economy. The AIA urges Congress to advance transportation legislation that will lead to a modern and efficient infrastructure and allow architects to participate in creating healthier communities.
Issue Briefs
AIA Recommendations to House Transportation Committee
Green Transit-Oriented Design and Construction
Additional Resources
AIA to Congress: Highway Bill Must Meet Needs of Small Businesses
AIA Commends Surface Transportation Authorization Act of 2009 and Urges Quick Passage of Bill
Transit Oriented Development Best Practices
Transportation Projects That Create 21st Century Communities
How Architects Design Livable Communities
More on Transit-Oriented Development
Buildings account for nearly half of greenhouse gas emissions. The AIA is advancing legislation to promote green buildings and to make homes more energy efficient, both of which not only help the environment but create jobs for architects.
Issue Briefs
Green Transit-Oriented Design and Construction
A Federal Commitment to 21st Century Schools
Producing High-Performance Federal Buildings
Make Buildings a Part of the Climate Change Solution
Additional Resources
Energy Efficient Commercial Buildings Tax Deduction
Architects Praise Building Related Provisions in House Passed Waxman-Markey Bill
AIA Statement for the Record: “The Green Resources for Energy Efficient Neighborhoods Act”
AIA Letter on Senate Energy Bill
AIA Letter on Waxman/Markey Draft Bill on the Energy and Climate
Greening America's Schools: Costs and Benefits
Architects "Walking the Walk" to a More Sustainable Future
Congress and the Administration agree that making health coverage more accessible and affordable is a top priority, even as they disagree on how to change it. As health-care costs are on the rise nationwide, the AIA urges Congress to address this issue by passing legislation that will provide more affordable health care for American businesses and workers.
Issue Briefs
Make Health Care More Affordable
Additional Resources
Blog: Do You Favor a Health-care Reform Plan?
Architects believe that buildings and communities can be sustainable and safe, accessible and beautiful. The AIA supports policies that enable architects to use their design skills to create a more livable and vibrant world.
Issue Briefs
Make the Next Architect of the Capitol an Architect
Resources
21st Century Office: U.S. House of Representatives Capitol DAT
Sen. Kerry Commends AIA Call on State Department to Integrate Security and Design Excellence
AIA to Congress: FEMA, Communities Need to Plan Now for Disasters
Transportation Projects That Create 21st Century Communities
AIA Center for Communities by Design