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Meghan Housewright with the Coalition for Current Safety Codes and International Code Council Board of Directors President Alex Olszowy, III (right), with the Lexington Fayette County Government in Lexington, Ky., present a Certificate of Appreciation to Kyle Pitsor of the National Electrical Manufacturers Association during the annual Building Safety Month reception at the ICC office in Washington, D.C.

Phillips, NEMA honored for commitments to safety in the built environment.

During the annual Building Safety Month reception at the International Code Council's (ICC) office in Washington, D.C., one individual and an association were honored for their efforts to educate citizens on the importance of building safe, affordable and sustainable structures, and the need for a strong and efficient system of code adoption and application to make communities more resilient. Tom Phillips of Target Corporation received ICC's "Raising the Profile Award." The Coalition for Current Safety Codes (CCSC), of which ICC is a co-founder, honored one of its first members, the National Electrical Manufacturers Association — an ICC Preferred Education Provider — with its first Certificate of Appreciation. Read more.

Report of Committee Action Hearings available; public comment period opens June 13.

The Report of the Committee Action Hearings for the 2016 Group B hearings in Louisville, Ky., is now available for download. In addition to the details of the committee actions for each code change proposal, the report includes the results of the Online Assembly Motion Vote on 72 floor motions offered at the hearings. The public comment period opens June 13; it will close at 11:59 p.m. Pacific on July 22. Go to cdpACCESS.com.

ICC Major Jurisdiction Committee to discuss rise of marijuana manufacturing facilities.

As the legalization of marijuana continues and the proliferation of cultivation and manufacturing facilities rises, ICC's Major Jurisdictions Committee (MJC) is arranging a conference call to discuss the problems and possible solutions. The call also will provide the MJC an opportunity to create a list of interested participants in developing a national guideline or, at minimum, a list of best practices. The conference call will be moderated by MJC Chairman Ron Lynn beginning at 4:30 p.m. Eastern/1:30 p.m. Pacific on June 23. If you would like to participate, email mjc@iccsafe.org. Call-in instructions will be sent to those who RSVP.

International Emerging Technology Symposium focuses on health concerns.

Bringing together entrepreneurs, industry leaders, experts and researchers from the plumbing, mechanical and water-efficiency industries, the fifth biennial International Emerging Technology Symposium, held recently just outside Chicago, offered two days of hands-on sessions that covered a wide range of issues, technologies and best practices. Topics ranged from water quality and sanitation to renewable energy and waste mitigation. The theme for this year's symposium was "Fostering Safety, Innovation and Sustainability in Building Water Systems." The International Code Council was a benefactor of the 2016 symposium.

Pictured, Garriss (left) and Olszowy (right) discuss the importance of code adoption and application in states and jurisdictions with U.S. Rep. John Lewis of Georgia. Garriss serves as the Georgia State Fire Marshal.

ICC takes safety and resilience message to Capitol Hill.

During Building Safety Month, several Code Council representatives, including Board of Directors President Alex Olszowy and Vice President Dwayne Garriss, visited with members of Congress to advocate for safer and more resilient communities across the United States.

U.S. Rep. Lipinski voices support of building energy codes.

In recognition of the importance of building energy codes, U.S. Rep. Daniel Lipinski — one of the few engineers in Congress — has voiced his support for better energy efficiency in the nation's built environment. "As a member of the High Performance Building Caucus, I recognize the need to pursue cost effective means to promote energy efficiency," he said. "The model residential and commercial building energy codes developed by the International Code Council and ASHRAE, the American Society of Heating, Refrigerating, and Air-Conditioning Engineers, have the potential to benefit both consumers and the environment."

Are you ready for the 2016 hurricane season?

Weather experts say 2016 could be one of the busiest hurricane seasons in years. Forecasters are calling for 14 named storms, eight hurricanes and three major hurricanes for the Atlantic this season, which began June 1. But what does that really mean?

RSVP for first annual ICC Chapter Leader Symposium.

It's not too late to RSVP for ICC's first annual Chapter Leader Symposium, June 21-22 in Oklahoma City. This symposium is a crucial element of the challenge to "find that individual who will fill your shoes, walk in your footsteps and whom you will mentor." The symposium will focus on Chapter leadership and management, and developing the next generation of leaders. Take advantage of this opportunity to network and enjoy the company of your fellow Chapter Leaders. A detailed agenda is available.

Apply now for a Code of Honor scholarship.

If you are an ICC Governmental Member Voting Representative, don't miss your chance to apply for a Code of Honor scholarship to support your attendance at ICC's Public Comment Hearings, October 19-25, in Kansas City, Mo. The application period is open May 23-August 5.

IABO accepting scholarship applications to attend ICC conference.

The International Association of Building Officials (IABO) is currently accepting applications for scholarships to attend ICC's 2016 Group B Public Comment Hearings, Oct. 19-25, in Kansas City. Last year, IABO granted 25 scholarships for building officials to attend the Long Beach Public Comment Hearings and the organization hopes to double that number this year. Please email iaboscholarships@gmail.com with any questions.

ICC, RESNET collaborate to publish energy standards.

The International Code Council and Residential Energy Services Network (RESNET) — an ICC Preferred Provider — have collaborated to publish two ANSI-approved standards: ANSI/RESNET/ICC 301-2014, Standard for the Calculation and Labeling of the Energy Performance of Low-Rise Residential Buildings using an Energy Rating Index; and ANSI/RESNET/ICC 380-2016, Standard for Testing Airtightness of Building Enclosures, Airtightness of Heating and Cooling Air Distribution Systems, and Airflow of Mechanical Ventilation Systems.

Code Essentials of the 2015 IBC.

The prescriptive option is the traditional way of dealing with existing buildings. Any new work that is done must comply with the currently adopted codes, but the existing building is not required to be improved to a point of complying with the current code. However, if the building official determines that there are dangerous conditions in the building, the official can require repairs be made to bring the building into a safe condition.

(This information is excerpted from the Building Code Essentials based on the 2015 International Building Code.)

Cengage Learning and ICC co-publish new jobsite guides for the 2015 I-Codes.

Three newly updated DEWALT Code References are designed specifically to increase productivity, reduce down time, and get the job done right. A simple, easy-to-understand approach provides illustrations and clear, concise text. Each pocket-sized guide is spiral bound and durable enough to withstand the wear and tear of jobsites.

Major building departments rely on ICC certifications.

Earning one or more ICC certifications demonstrates your expertise. Successful completion of relevant ICC certifications is an increasingly common job description component. A recent posting for Fire Plans Checker in the Clark County (Nev.) Department of Building and Fire Prevention requires both ICC's Fire Plans Examiner and Commercial Fire Sprinkler Plans Examiner certifications as minimum requirements for the position. Don't be passed over for the next great job opportunity — learn more about ICC Certification & Testing.

Robert Sale is the "renaissance man" of the D.C. office.

If you ask Robert Sale what he does at ICC, you might get a different answer depending on which day you ask — and that's just how he likes it.

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