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2023 Annual Conference | Registration Now Open
  
Join us in San Antonio at the Hyatt Hill Country Resort to hear from experts on industry and business-related trends, visit with vendors, and connect with colleagues at this can't-miss event specifically designed for contractors and industry leaders.

 

In addition to timely and turnkey educational sessions, featured events will include our Golf Tournament benefitting PHCC-TX's scholarship program, the 2023 Apprentice contest, our annual business meeting and awards luncheon, and evening receptions and entertainment. 

 

Bring your family to enjoy all the resort has to offer! Situated on 300 acres of historic ranch land, the family-friendly resort offers plenty of space to relax, unwind, play and reconnect, from the 5-acre water park with lazy river, multiple pools and a waterslide, to biking, nature trails, golf, tennis, sand volleyball and more.

Visit https://phcc-tx.org/page/conference to view the full article online.

2023 Scholarship Applications Due March 31, 2023
  
Is your child graduating this spring? The Associated Plumbing-Heating-Cooling Contractors of Texas Charitable and Educational Foundation is proud to offer our annual scholarship program to our valued membership! Please note that these scholarships are available exclusively to PHCC-Texas contractor members (including employees) and their families.
 
Be sure to also check out the link below to view other scholarship opportunities for apprentices and professionals. Applications Due March 31, 2023. 

Visit https://phcc-tx.org/scholarships to view the full article online.

2023 Training Dates Now Available!
  
Upcoming Courses: 

 









 

 

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Visit https://phcc-tx.org/page/training to view the full article online.

Reminder: Membership Renewal Season
If you haven't already, please remember to ensure your membership remains current in 2023. By completing the paper form or renewing online, you can be sure your company maintains access to exclusive benefits and opportunities. Questions? Contact us at membership@phcc-tx.org!

Visit https://phcc-tx.org/page/MEMBERSHIP to view the full article online.

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Could Employee Turnover Impact Your Business in 2023?
  
In today’s competitive labor market, retaining quality employees is essential. Failing to keep talent at your business can have serious, and costly, consequences. When someone with specialized knowledge, relationships, or leadership potential leaves your business, the fallout can derail your 2023 goals. 

Visit https://www.naylornetwork.com/txp-enews/articles/index.asp?aid=770121&issueID=94919 to view the full article online.

Probationary Periods?
  
Question of the Month: We would like to establish a 90-day “probationary period” for our new hires. Is there anything we should be aware of?

Visit https://www.naylornetwork.com/txp-enews/articles/index.asp?aid=770122&issueID=94919 to view the full article online.

Expanding Overtime Eligibility
Attorney Rick Alaniz addresses how employers can prepare for the likely increase in the salary threshold for overtime eligibility.


Approximately 43 million U.S. workers are classified as “exempt” under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), meaning they are not entitled to overtime pay when working in excess of 40 hours in a work week. For a worker to be exempt, he/she must perform certain duties and be paid a salary above a certain threshold. In preparation for an increase in the eligibility threshold, employers should consider conducting a thorough review of the job duties of all salaried employees – more than merely identifying these employees whose salaries are below the proposed threshold. Ensuring that the employees’ duties are consistent with the exemption relied upon, irrespective of the salary threshold, is critical in avoiding potential misclassification liability.

Visit https://www.naylornetwork.com/txp-enews/articles/index.asp?aid=770128&issueID=94919 to view the full article online.

How a Single Policy Can Benefit Your Business in Three Ways
  
Losing quality employees is a business risk that can be managed. In fact, a single business-owned life insurance policy can form the core of a plan to retain your most prized assets: your people. Here are three ways a life insurance policy can help mitigate the risk associated with losing valuable team members:

Visit https://www.naylornetwork.com/txp-enews/articles/index.asp?aid=770123&issueID=94919 to view the full article online.

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Education
TSBPE Resource Hub
  
The Texas State Board of Plumbing Examiners has been working diligently to improve processes, communicate updates that impact plumbing licensees in Texas and revise Board Rules. With so much new information coming down the pike, we've compiled these updates online for you! 

Updates from January 2023 TSBPE Meeting: 
Overview of Recent Rule Amendment Adoptions and Proposals

Visit https://phcc-tx.org/page/tsbpe to view the full article online.

Digital Plumbing CE Correspondence Option
  
In a rush? Our digital correspondence option is the quickest way to complete your CE. Students will receive a digital copy of our book and an open-book 150-question exam that you can take at your own pace. There are two options when choosing the most recent correspondence courses: Digital Only and Standard.

 

When choosing the Digital Only option, you will receive a link to download the course and can get started right away! When choosing the Standard option, we also ship you a packet (USPS Priority) with a physical copy of the book and all course materials.

  

Please note: correspondence testing is not an option for students looking to rank up to a Tradesman or Journeyman license, but is a viable option for renewals. 

Visit https://phcc-tx.org/store/default.aspx to view the full article online.

TSBPE Partners with the TWC to Get High School Initiative off the Ground
  
Texas State Board of Plumbing Examiners, acting on the authority granted by the legislature, has paved the way for students who successfully complete a high school/trade school program to immediately test to become licensed tradesman plumbers.


Texas Workforce Commission's Jobs and Education for Texans (JET) Program supports those efforts by providing funds for training equipment supporting in-demand occupations like plumbing. The JET Program provides grants to public junior, state and technical colleges, open enrollment charter schools, and school districts to purchase and install equipment for the development of career and technical education courses or programs that lead to a license, certificate or postsecondary degree in a high-demand occupation.

Visit https://tsbpe.texas.gov/twc-jetgrants/?fbclid=IwAR2RkWMveIOnFuyqbj9_MhNfskDF8Jk5_AFokt7vlCNpIXUuxNdqLh7yFpU to view the full article online.

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Legislative Updates
Texas Legislature 2023
The 88th Legislature’s regular session convened on January 10 and will continue through May 29, 2023. March 10 is the last day bills may be filed. To keep you informed, PHCC Texas has begun sending weekly newsletters to keep you informed on bills that may impact your business. Interested in receiving this newsletter? Please contact communications@phcc-tx.org to be added to distribution. 

Visit https://capitol.texas.gov/ to view the full article online.

PHCC Legislative Reception and Contractors Day at the Capitol
  
As we know, decisions made at the Capitol can have a dramatic impact on how we do business. Because of the importance of the political system to our industry, we must have a voice in the decision-making process. In early February, over 30 PHCC members from across the state gathered in Austin to ensure the voice of our industry was heard at the Capitol. 



As we move through session, PHCC Texas is committed to keeping you informed on key issues, legislation and events from the Texas Legislature that impact the P-H-C industry.

Visit https://phcc-tx.org/blogpost/2021392/485068/PHCC-Texas-Contractor-s-Day-at-the-Capitol-Recap to view the full article online.

Membership
PHCC Texas Plumbers are Preferred Plumbers
  
Home and business owners go to great lengths to minimize damage and ensure their plumbing systems are safe, efficient and sustainable. When exploring options for installations, repairs or upgrades, maintain peace of mind by hiring licensed. While there's no guarantee that everything will go exactly as planned, hiring a licensed professional will provide increased assurance of protection. 


Members of PHCC Texas are licensed by the State of Texas and the public can be confident that they will be employing someone with the necessary skills and commitment to high standards.

Visit https://phcc-tx.org/blogpost/2021392/484173/PHCC-TEXAS-PLUMBERS-ARE-PREFFERED-PLUMBERS to view the full article online.

PHCC Membership Survey
  
We work hard to ensure your PHCC membership provides great value, and we want to know if there are areas where we can expand our support to you. After all, it is because of your membership that we are able to be your resource for education, advocacy, networking, and more! Please take a few moments to complete the Membership Survey to help us better serve you!

Visit https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/RVQ9P5W to view the full article online.

Upcoming Events
San Antonio Chapter: Sporting Clays Tournament
Thursday, March 2nd
10 AM until 5 PM

National Shooting Complex

Visit https://www.naylornetwork.com/txp-enews/articles/index.asp?aid=770135&issueID=94919 to view the full article online.

North Texas Chapter: Lunch & Learn
Tuesday, March 21

Shining Light on Mental Health & Suicide Prevention
11:30 AM - 1 PM
CEF (101 S. Royal Lane. Bldg. B Coppell 75019)

Visit https://www.naylornetwork.com/txp-enews/articles/index.asp?aid=770134&issueID=94919 to view the full article online.

San Antonio Chapter: Evening Golf
  
Thursday, March 30

3 to 9 PM

San Pedro Golf Course Clubhouse (6102 San Pedro Avenue)

Visit https://www.naylornetwork.com/txp-enews/articles/index.asp?aid=770132&issueID=94919 to view the full article online.

Built for The Trades: Leadership Round-up
March 30 & 31 | Lampasses, TX
Two-day, in-person leadership training experience for Service Managers and Owners.

Visit https://www.naylornetwork.com/txp-enews/articles/index.asp?aid=770641&issueID=94919 to view the full article online.

ASPE Houston Product Show
Wednesday, April 5

4:30 - 9 PM 

Free for Contractors 

Sam Houston Race Park - Pavilion Centre

7575 North Sam Houston Parkway
Learn More and Register!

Visit https://www.naylornetwork.com/txp-enews/articles/index.asp?aid=770636&issueID=94919 to view the full article online.

North Texas Chapter: 23rd Annual Golf Tournament
Tuesday, April 18th
9 AM Shotgun Start
Texas Star Golf Course (1400 Texas Star Pkwy, Euless 76040)

Visit https://www.naylornetwork.com/txp-enews/articles/index.asp?aid=770133&issueID=94919 to view the full article online.

PHCC Texas Scholarship Scramble
Wednesday, August 2nd | 8:00 AM Shotgun Start


Golf tournament benefitting PHCC Texas Scholarship Fund

Hill Country Golf Club | San Antonio Texas
9800 Hyatt Resort Dr.

Visit https://www.naylornetwork.com/txp-enews/articles/index.asp?aid=770632&issueID=94919 to view the full article online.

PHCC Annual Conference
  
August 2-4, 2023 
Registration now open! 
San Antonio, Texas | Hyatt Hill Country Resort 

Visit https://www.naylornetwork.com/txp-enews/articles/index.asp?aid=770136&issueID=94919 to view the full article online.

Benefits
Call A Doctor Plus: Teladoc Telemedicine
  
Finding the best employees - full-time, part-time, or contract labor is tougher than ever. Learn more about the newest PHCC Texas member benefit, stand-alone Teladoc Telemedicine. Take advantage of a more healthy, present, and loyal workforce – all at PHCC Texas members-only group pricing.

 

Join a free webinar info-session and receive $50 (one per company) just for attending:


Visit https://phcc-tx.org/page/doctor to view the full article online.

PHCC Texas Member Exclusive: ExxonMobil BusinessPro Program
  
Fueling solutions for business: streamline how you manage your company’s fuel expenses. The more your employees fuel at Exxon and Mobil, the more they maximize your rebates. 

 

For questions and/or to start an application, call (443) 668-8425 or email Juan Munoz.

Visit https://www.naylornetwork.com/txp-enews/pdf/PHCC_Texas_ExxonMobil_Rebates.pdf to view the full article online.

Canon Partner Program: Powering P-H-C Contractors with Trusted, Affordable Technology
“Best People and Best Practices” deserve the best technology. With over 300 Texas PHCC members, reliable technology should be available to streamline processes and simplify the nature of the business.

Visit https://cdn.ymaws.com/phcc-tx.org/resource/resmgr/files/PHCC_-Canon_Catalog.pdf to view the full article online.

Everything You Need to Strengthen Your Business — Now and in the Future
  
As a member of the PHCC community, you plug into a powerful network of valuable resources and contractors at the local, state and national level — plus our own PHCC Educational Foundation — offering the knowledge, tools, programs and services you need to succeed.

Visit https://www.naylornetwork.com/txp-enews/pdf/PHCC-TX_2021_Member_Benefits_Flyer_RENEW_Today.pdf to view the full article online.