As the national economy continues to recover, so does the electrical construction industry. Come learn of the latest developments on key NECA legislative priorities that can help improve your bottom line. Understand more about the energy efficient tax incentives and opportunities available for the electrical and line industries.

Lake Coulsonis the Executive Director, Government Affairs for the National Electrical Contractors Association (NECA). NECA works extensively with the White House, Congress, and federal regulatory bodies to help the nation’s leaders understand the concerns of electrical contractors from across the country. Coulson is working to expand NECA’s legislative portfolio and increase the number of grass roots/key contacts within the NECA membership. Among NECA’s legislative priorities are monitoring FASB’s proposals, pension and tax reform, energy policy, and advocating for legislation that would address employers who misclassify employees as independent contractors. During the last election cycle, NECA secured over $1.7 million in contributions for NECA’s Political Action Committee (ECPAC). Coulson has nearly 17 years of experience working in construction/appliance related trade associations, including the Plumbing-Heating-Cooling Contractors (PHCC), the Air-Conditioning and Refrigeration Institute (ARI), and the National Electrical Manufacturers Association (NEMA).