The Government Affairs Update Podcast - Where we unpack what's going on in our industry from a retailer's perspective. In this episode, Tim recaps the month with Jason Tolleson (Senior Director of Government Affairs, HPBA) to dive into the busiest season for hearth industry advocacy. From state legislatures in full swing to federal agencies working against tight deadlines, this conversation reveals the high-stakes policy battles shaping the industry's future. In this episode, Tim and Jason cover: • How the new Government Affairs Leadership Academy class will hit Capitol Hill in June for real-world advocacy experience—armed with homework on the Energy Choice Act committee report • Why EPA's New Source Performance Standards deadline of December 2027 means manufacturers and retailers need to pay attention now, not later • The messy reality of tariff refunds and why finding out who actually paid duties could determine whether your business gets money back Don't miss Jason's insights on building relationships with newly appointed EPA officials and how the industry's past regulatory experiences are informing today's strategic conversations—plus details on the upcoming retailer policy update that could impact your business directly. --- This episode is a production of The Hearth, Patio & Barbecue Association and The Fire Time Network. You can learn more about the HPBA—and get involved—by visiting https://www.hpba.org Get free access to The Fire Time Magazine every month by going to https://www.itsfiretime.com/subscribe
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2026/05/0523 分