e collectively continue to climb out of the pandemic . From for in-person events with social-distance protocols to handling ciation has also been “ holding our own ” as we look back at our
■ We passed a law that allows students in preapprenticeship or workbased programs to be deemed state employees for purposes of workers ’ compensation coverage for medical care . ( SB 366 )
■ We expanded impact fee credits for exactions and capped new impact fees and limited increases to no more than once every four years , but provided a “ relief valve ” for government entities if extraordinary circumstances evolve . ( HB 337 ).
■ We reduced timelines for all permits , authorized electronic submission and reduced fees for permits that miss statutory deadlines . ( HB 1059 )
■ We held our first-ever Virtual Legislative Days Event that spanned a week with multiple Chapters participating along with key state leaders and lawmakers .
■ We increased revenues from our Annual Bass Tournament and awarded $ 50,500 in scholarships to a total of 20 deserving students .
■ We increased networking opportunities , revenues and attendance at our President ’ s Cup golf event and second-annual Corn Hole Tournament .
■ Lastly , but importantly , we contributed to 40 legislative campaigns during 2021 .
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