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It's time to renew your membership!
With a rich history, PHCC Texas has continuously served as a pillar of support and advocacy for its members, promoting high professional standards and fostering industry excellence. Your commitment has been integral to our collective success, and we are thrilled to share some exciting updates as we look ahead to a dynamic 2024.

 


We encourage you to renew your membership before January 1, 2024, to take advantage of the savings that come with Early Bird pricing.Thank you for your ongoing dedication to our industry. Together, we will continue to shape the future of our profession, foster innovation, and ensure the success of our members. 

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

 
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Training Calendar
Our 2024 CE classes are now available! Our 2024 courses are approved by TSBPE for all licenses expiring in 2024 and also meets the annual continuing education requirement for licenses expiring in preceding years.

 

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

 
Updated Policies Effective for 2024 Courses
To streamline processes and get more accurate headcounts for courses, our cancellation policy for CE courses has recently changed. We appreciate your understanding and look forward to your continued participation in our courses. Please click here to review the updated policy, which is now effective for courses being held in 2024. 

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

 

Visit https://phcc-tx.org/events/event_list.asp?show=&group=&start=7%2F6%2F2022&end=&view=&cid=22922 to view the full article online.

 
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The Benefits of Equipment Maintenance and Housekeeping
  
Your business’ success lies in your careful decisions – and that includes how you approach the safety and risk management of your workplace. Without functional equipment or a clean, organized workplace, the risk for injuries and losses can increase. At the end of the day, maintaining your tools and equipment, along with tackling regular housekeeping, can help in the following areas: 

Visit https://www.naylornetwork.com/txp-enews/articles/index.asp?aid=808482&issueID=94928 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! 

 

New! Ask Kevin: TSBPE is among the first of state agencies to use AI chat support to help users find information on the TSBPE website. Information Specialist, Kevin, has been trained on all TSBPE policies and rules as well as Texas State plumbing license law. If you have a question about anything related to the TSBPE or plumbing in the State of Texas, chances are that you’ll find the answer you’re looking for here.

 


 

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

Looking to the Future – Tax Planning for the Sunset
  
The 2017 Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA) nearly doubled the lifetime estate and gift tax exemption from $5.6 million to $11.18 million for individuals, indexed for inflation after 2018. For 2023, the indexed exemption rose to $12.92 million ($25.84 million for married couples).

 

This higher exemption amount is set to “sunset,” or expire, on January 1, 2026, with the exemption amount dropping down to the amount it was in 2017. Barring congressional action, the inflation-adjusted exemption is expected to return to approximately $7 million ($14 million for married couples) in 2026, effectively reducing the exemption amount by half. 

Visit https://www.naylornetwork.com/txp-enews/articles/index.asp?aid=808485&issueID=94928 to view the full article online.

Travel Away From Home
  
Question: One of our employees will be traveling to an out-of-town conference on an upcoming weekend. He will ride a bus for three hours on a Friday and stay overnight. He will then attend the conference on Saturday before riding the bus back home later that day. We understand we need to pay him for his time spent attending the conference. Our question is specifically about the three-hour bus rides to and from the conference: Do we need to pay him for his travel time on the bus? He will not be performing any work on the bus.

Visit https://www.naylornetwork.com/txp-enews/articles/index.asp?aid=808486&issueID=94928 to view the full article online.

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Membership
Call A Doctor Plus: Teladoc Telemedicine
  
Finding the best employees – full-time, part-time, or contract labor – is tougher than ever. The newest PHCC Texas member benefit, stand-alone Teladoc Telemedicine, allows you to take advantage of a more healthy, present, and loyal workforce – the incredible PHCC-members-only pricing is only $10/month/family. To learn more, contact our benefit representative, Michael Lerman.

Visit https://www.naylornetwork.com/txp-enews/articles/index.asp?aid=808487&issueID=94928 to view the full article online.

[Flyer Download] 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.

Upcoming Events
Gulf Coast Chapter: Christmas Party
Thursday, December 7th
Republic Boot Co
*Sponsorships Available*

Members Only | $60 
Register Online

Visit https://www.naylornetwork.com/txp-enews/articles/index.asp?aid=808492&issueID=94928 to view the full article online.

San Antonio Chapter: Christmas Party
Saturday, December 9th

6 - 9 p.m.

GSABA Ray Ellison Ballroom

Visit https://www.naylornetwork.com/txp-enews/articles/index.asp?aid=808493&issueID=94928 to view the full article online.

Gulf Coast Chapter: Lunch Meeting & Tour

Wednesday, January 10th | 11:30 a.m.
at the Lindsay Company
*Supplier Vendor Tables Available*
Register Online

Visit https://www.naylornetwork.com/txp-enews/articles/index.asp?aid=808524&issueID=94928 to view the full article online.

San Antonio Chapter: January Membership Meeting
  
Thursday, January 11th

11 a.m. – 1 p.m.

Visit https://www.naylornetwork.com/txp-enews/articles/index.asp?aid=808490&issueID=94928 to view the full article online.

North Texas Chapter: Lunch & Learn
Tuesday, January 16th

2029 Westgate Drive #120 | Carrolton, TX 75006
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Learn More and Register Online

Visit https://www.naylornetwork.com/txp-enews/articles/index.asp?aid=808491&issueID=94928 to view the full article online.

Gulf Coast Chapter: Casino Night 2024
Friday, January 26th
Cadillac Bar
Admission includes Casino Cash, Appetizers, Fajita Dinner Buffet, Dessert, Drink Tickets and Cash Bar. 
*Sponsorships Available*
Register Online

Visit https://www.naylornetwork.com/txp-enews/articles/index.asp?aid=808522&issueID=94928 to view the full article online.

PHCC Texas Annual Conference
Mark your calendars and save the date for July 24-26, 2024, in Plano, TX – an event that promises to build on the momentum and take our collective journey to new heights.

Visit https://www.naylornetwork.com/txp-enews/articles/index.asp?aid=808494&issueID=94928 to view the full article online.

Benefits
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.

 

 

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