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On July 9, the Education and Workforce Freedom Act (H.R. 8915) passed out of the House Ways and Means Committee by a vote of 23-13. The legislation would allow 529 college savings plans to be used for individuals obtaining credentials or licenses through career and technical education (CTE). Sponsored by Rep. Kevin Hern (R-OK-01), the bill will now be considered by the full House, at a time yet to be determined.

On July 30, 2024, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Office of Inspector General (OIG) issued a fraud alert to warn of a phishing scam targeting businesses. The alert details that numerous companies have received fraudulent Notice of Violation Letters via mail or email, falsely accusing them of breaching environmental regulations such as the Clean Air Act.

On Wednesday, July 24, 2024, members of the PRINTING United Alliance Board of Directors enjoyed a full day of meetings with federal policymakers in Washington, D.C. for a “Day on the Hill.” Facilitated by ACG Advocacy, the Alliance’s lobbying firm, the meetings were designed to establish and strengthen personal relationships with federal legislators and their staff. The event provided the opportunity to ensure that policymakers became educated about and understand the challenges and opportunities facing the printing industry.

LYON, FRANCE – July 25, 2024 – Industry-leading color technology innovator Alwan Color Expertise has been chosen to receive the 2024 Pinnacle Technology Award for its Hydra® Spectral Prediction technology. The Award will be presented to Alwan founder and President Elie Khoury at PRINTING United Expo, being held September 10-12 in Las Vegas.

Ramsey, NJ – Konica Minolta Business Solutions U.S.A., Inc. (Konica Minolta) today announced the installation of its AccurioLabel 230 digital label press at LandmarkPrint in Stamford, Connecticut. LandmarkPrint is a leading provider of integrated digital print production services, promotional signage and displays to customers in the tri-state area. The company’s specialties include offset and digital production printing, large-format graphics and event signage as well as personalized direct mail and fulfillment services, all available through online ordering with national distribution.