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News Archive: Building Codes

2010 FAC Issue Update - Building Codes

Not long ago, NAMIC created the Building Code Coalition (BCC) to help ensure the passage of legislation that would incentivize the adoption and enforcement of nationally recognized statewide building codes. The coalition was successful in having a bill introduced in the House of Representatives last Congress, and the coalition has been targeting this base of support to help move legislation in this Congress. (Posted: 2/9/2010)

Building Code Legislation Included in Broad Mitigation Package

The NAMIC-led Building Code Coalition took a step toward passage of H.R. 2592, the Safe Building Code Incentive Act, legislation that would incentivize the adoption of enforceable, statewide building codes. The bill was introduced in late May by Reps. Michael Arcuri, D-NY, and Mario Diaz-Balart, R-Fla., and referred to the Transportation and Infrastructure Committee, on which both men sit. (Posted: 8/11/2009)

Building a Stronger Nation, One State at a Time

Let’s face it – building codes are a somewhat boring little corner of the insurance public policy world. But they’re an important cornerstone in protecting lives and property when disaster strikes. For example, following Hurricane Katrina, The Louisiana State University Hurricane Center conducted a study of residential wind damage. (Posted: 6/2/2009)

NAMIC Forges Ahead on Building Code Legislation

NAMIC has once again taken the lead in the property/casualty insurance industry’s efforts to promote safe building codes. The Building Codes Coalition, the 25-member organization NAMIC spearheaded, held its first meeting of 2009 at NAMIC’s Washington, D.C., offices. (Posted: 2/17/2009)

NAMIC Leads Building Code Coalition Efforts

Last week, NAMIC and members of the Building Code Coalition wrote a letter to Senate Banking Committee Chairman Christopher J. Dodd, D-Conn., and Ranking Member Richard Shelby, R-Ala., in support of S. 2458, the Community Building Code Administration Grant Act. The legislation is one of a very few pieces of federal legislation specifically focused on the values and benefits of promoting effective state and local administration of modern building codes. (Posted: 9/9/2008)

Oregon: NAMIC Joins Citizens Against Unsafe Housing to Oppose Ballot Measure 63

In Oregon’s general election Nov. 4, voters will have the opportunity to vote “no” on Ballot Measure 63, Exempts Specified Property Owners from Building Permit Requirements for Improvements Valued at/under $35,000. (Posted: 8/26/2008)

House Action Increases Hopes for Building Codes Passage

Legislation passed by the House last week is a significant step in our efforts to see meaningful building code reforms. By a voice vote, members of the chamber approved H.R. 4461, the Community Building Code Administration Grant Act. (Posted: 7/15/2008)

NAMIC’s Advocacy for Stronger Building Codes Produces Important Congressional Approval

Our push to encourage states to adopt and enforce stronger building codes to stave off losses from natural disasters has moved the issue forward in Congress. The influential House Financial Services Committee unanimously endorsed a NAMIC-backed proposal, sending it to the full House. (Posted: 7/1/2008)

NAMIC: Legislation to Promote Stronger Buildings Will Save Lives, Money

Legislation adopted today by the House Financial Services Committee is key to preventing loss of lives and property during natural catastrophes, according to NAMIC. (Posted: 6/24/2008)

Building Code Legislation Expected to Pass Through Committee

Legislation aimed at protecting homes and businesses from the effects of natural disasters is moving through Congress this week. A NAMIC-endorsed proposal to promote stronger building codes throughout the states is expected to be adopted by a key House committee today. (Posted: 6/24/2008)

Mississippi: Legislature Pushes Building Codes Adoption (4/1/2008)

Tennessee Department of Commerce and Insurance Announces Emergency Rules for Fire and Building Codes; NAMIC Comments (1/31/2008)

Building Code Legislation Seen by NAMIC as ‘Vital’ to Protecting Property (12/13/2007)

2007 Hurricane Season Gone but Not Forgotten (12/4/2007)

NAMIC Urges Quick Action on Building Codes Legislation (10/23/2007)

Building Codes Legislation Introduced (10/23/2007)

Maryland: Insurance Task Force Hears Ideas to Promote Stronger Structures (10/8/2007)

North Carolina: Building Code Council Considers Amended International Building Code Standards (9/25/2007)

Hawaii: Bill Establishing State Building Code Goes into Effect July 1 (6/26/2007)

More Catastrophe-Related Laws Enacted in 2006, Annual NAMIC Survey of State Insurance Laws Reveals (2/22/2007)

NAMIC Praises NCOIL for Passage of Building Code, Disaster Mitigation Resolution (7/24/2006)

Report: Stricter Adherence to Standards and Codes, Recognition of Storm Surge as Keys to Minimizing Structural Damage from Hurricanes; NAMIC Comments (6/14/2006)

Tennessee: Several Important Insurance-Related Bills Enacted During Session (5/30/2006)

Alabama/Mississippi: Building Code Bills Signed into Law (4/24/2006)

Alabama: Lawmakers Pass Building Code Study Commission Resolution (4/17/2006)

Auto Insurance-Related Bills Dominate 2005 Legislation Enactments, Annual NAMIC State Laws Survey Shows (3/31/2006)

NAMIC 2005 Survey of New State Insurance Laws Summary and Analysis (3/31/2006)

Mississippi: Residents Favor State Building Code, But Support for Bill Still in Doubt; NAMIC Comments (3/27/2006)

Mississippi: Residents Favor State Building Code, But Support for Bill Still in Doubt; NAMIC Comments (3/22/2006)

Insurance Regulatory Reform, Asbestos Reform Top NAMIC’s 2006 Federal Affairs Agenda (3/1/2006)

Louisiana: Special Session Handles Multiple Building Code Bills, FEMA Sets New Standards (2/13/2006)

Mississippi: Governor Endorses Statewide Building Code Bill; NAMIC Comments (2/9/2006)

Mississippi: NAMIC Joins Broader Coalition Seeking Statewide Building Code (1/9/2006)

Pump Up the Volume (4/1/2005)

Additional Legal Reform Tops NAMIC’s 2005 Federal Affairs Agenda (3/10/2005)