A major snowstorm didn’t stop dozens of retailers, wholesalers and growers from traveling to Washington, D.C., this week to share their story with...
CAD to Ask Congress to Support Three Key Floral Issues
Asking Congress to keep flowers affordable, protect floriculture’s workforce and invest in floral research is what 119 retailers, growers,...
Florists to Try Spying at Congressional Action Days
The Society of American Florists 37th Annual Congressional Action Days, March 13-14, in Washington, D.C., isn’t all work and no play. After...
Annual SAF Lobbying Event in D.C. Takes on Heightened Importance
With a new administration in the White House, a new Congress on Capitol Hill, and a number of floral industry-related issues in national headlines,...
Tax Reform Expert Added to Congressional Action Days Lineup
If “tax reform” is a phrase that makes you want to head for the hills, take heart: The Society of American Florists has found a pro who promises to...
Talk Shop at Congressional Action Days
Retailers, wholesalers, suppliers and growers coming to the Society of American Florists’ 37th Annual Congressional Action Days, March 13-14 in...
Get the Stories Behind Washington’s Stories at CAD
Politics is constantly changing, but what always remains the same is the drama that happens behind the scenes. During the Society of American...
SAF Needs You at Congressional Action Days
“Let’s Make Democracy Personal Again” is the floral industry’s call to action for the Society of American Florists’ 37th Annual Congressional Action...
Estate Tax May Be on Death Row. Again.
Estate tax repeal, a long-time Republican objective — and an important goal for many members of the floral industry — may become a reality during...
Representative Visits N.H. Grower to Talk Issues
In Loudon, New Hampshire, Doug Cole and his team at D.S. Cole Growers recently hosted a congressional guest. Rep. Annie Kuster (D-N.H.) toured the...
Give Your Lawmaker a Tour
In this tumultuous political year, members of Congress would appreciate a friendly invitation to tour your floral business. Members of Congress are...
Action on ACA Could Spell Relief for Small-Business Owners
A “minor fix” to the Affordable Care Act that could result in thousands of dollars of savings for some U.S. small businesses is also giving some...