Advocacy

Metal Construction Industry Advocacy

The Metal Construction Association (MCA) advocates for manufacturers and other companies in the metal construction industry. MCA monitors state and federal policy, participates in industry coalitions, supports practical regulations and building policies, and gives members opportunities to bring the industry’s priorities directly to policymakers.

MCA’s advocacy work includes:

·      Monitoring legislation and regulations affecting metal construction

·      Promoting performance-based building codes and standards

·      Representing manufacturers in state and federal policy discussions

·      Participating in construction and manufacturing coalitions

·      Supporting workforce development and industry participation

·      Helping MCA members engage directly with policymakers

Add your voice to the metal construction industry. Join MCA to stay informed about policy developments, participate in industry advocacy, and help shape decisions affecting metal construction manufacturers and professionals.

National Manufacturing Advocacy Partnerships

MCA is a member of the Council of Manufacturing Associations (CMA), and CMA is a division of the National Association of Manufacturers (NAM). This connection gives MCA access to a nationwide network of manufacturing trade associations, policy expertise, regulatory updates, and coordinated advocacy opportunities.

Through CMA, MCA can more easily monitor emerging federal and state issues, participate in broader industry coalitions, and help ensure that the perspectives of metal construction manufacturers are represented in policy discussions.

Protecting Performance-Based Roofing and Building Codes

MCA joined an industry coalition opposing Mississippi HB 1730, which would have restricted flat and low-slope roofing on most newly constructed public buildings. The law would have mandated a minimum 3:12 roof slope. The bill ultimately died in committee and did not become law.

Through coordinated advocacy and industry collaboration in February 2026, the broad coalition urged Mississippi lawmakers to rely on established codes, standards, and sound engineering practices rather than prescriptive statutory requirements.

The target of these efforts, HB 1730, ultimately died in the Senate Public Property Committee. MCA's participation in this effort helped protect fair competition, preserve design freedom, and ensure that metal roofing systems continue to be evaluated based on performance, not legislative mandates.

Advocating for Practical Packaging Regulations

MCA joined an industry coalition urging California lawmakers to pause binding implementation of Senate Bill 54 (SB 54) until practical compliance pathways were in place for building product manufacturers. Although the requested pause was not adopted, MCA helped bring the industry’s concerns about costs, requirements, and construction packaging needs into the continuing implementation discussion.

A dozen building products and manufacturing organizations asked California lawmakers in August 2026 to pause implementation of the state’s packaging producer responsibility law. MCA supports the bill’s goal of reducing packaging waste and improving recycling outcomes, but the bill imposes significant fees, compliance requirements, and enforcement obligations before workable compliance pathways had been established for many industries.

The coalition highlighted the unique role construction packaging plays in protecting products during transportation, storage, and jobsite handling, and advocated for implementation approaches that recognize commercial recovery and reuse systems.

Although the requested legislative pause was not adopted MCA's participation helped elevate the concerns of building product manufacturers and reinforced the need for practical, cost-effective compliance pathways that balance environmental goals with real-world construction and manufacturing requirements. The issue remains under discussion in California as lawmakers and stakeholders continue to evaluate the program's implementation.

Representing Metal Construction at Roofing Day in D.C.

MCA is a sponsor of Roofing Day in D.C., presented annually by the National Roofing Contractors Association (NRCA). Through Roofing Day in D.C., MCA members and leaders bring the metal construction industry’s workforce, housing, and business priorities directly to members of Congress and their staffs.

This annual event brings participants together to connect and learn from expert speakers and panelists. Key talking points for the year’s legislative priorities—like funds for training qualified workers or ensuring affordable housing—are discussed to ensure all attendees are ready to engage members of Congress.

Then, participants travel in groups to speak face to face with Congressional staffers about the critical issues we face. They are joined by MCA Executive Jeff Henry, other MCA members, and hundreds of industry professionals. This system ensures each advocate has the support needed to successfully lobby for the industry, increase their skills, and create new connections.

MCA encourages you to take part in Roofing Day in D.C. to ensure that metal is represented as we seek beneficial legislation.

Supporting Women in the Roofing and Metal Construction Industries

MCA is a proud sponsor of National Women in Roofing (NWiR), a volunteer-driven organization that supports and advances the women in the roofing industry—whether they work on the roof or in manufacturing, design, sales, or management. MCA’s support helps strengthen workforce recruitment, professional development, leadership opportunities, and industry participation across roofing and metal construction.

Through NWiR, MCA supports women’s recruitment, retention, advancement, and leadership in the roofing industry, demonstrating that a diverse industry is a strong industry.

Page last updated: October 2026