Senate Version of TRAC Act Exempts Architects
In preparation for the June 28 hearing on the the Truthfulness, Responsibility, and Accountability in Contracting (TRAC) Act, H.R. 721, by the House Government Reform Technology and Procurement Policy Subcommittee, the AIA national component issued a call to action asking members to contact their congressional representatives and strongly urge them to oppose the TRAC Act. Many AIA members answered the call. Full Story

AIA Supports DOE Efficiency Programs
The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) called for a review of its Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy (EERE) in accordance with President Bush's National Energy Policy released May 17. EERE subsequently called for public comment on the value of its programs, the deadline for which is June 29. Despite the short notice, the AIA, which has a longstanding relationship with the DOE regarding energy-efficiency research, submitted statements of strong support both in writing and at the open forum in Washington, D.C., June 26. Full Story

Project of the Week
National Archives Undergoes Renovation
As lead architect for a multimillion dollar renovation project at the National Archives, D.C.-based Hartman-Cox Architects is helping preserve our country's founding documents and expand public access to them. Full Story

Take Advantage of the AIA's Two Virtual Seminars in July
Two AIA professional interest areas (PIAs) are holding online seminars this month on July 17 and 27. Each firm, component, or AIA-member study group can purchase one link and create a group learning situation for the price of a single connection ($169). Full Story

BOMA Recognizes 13 Office Building Designs
The Building Owners and Managers Association recognized 12 office buildings for excellence in office building management and operations and one for excellence in environmentally sound office building management. Full Story

Chicago Region Launches Award-Winning Wilderness Protection Plan
When you think about the role of protecting natural wilderness in the course of creating livable communities, chances are "Chicago" would not immediately pop into your head. Full Story

Phillies' New Stadium Design Is a Hometown Homerun
Fans attending the June 29 Phillies game caught a glimpse into Center City's baseball future as they viewed a giant-screen special showing of the city's new baseball stadium, to be completed by Opening Day of the 2004 season. Full Story

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