Concrete Masonry Products Research, Education, and Promotion Act of 2017

Bill 115 s 374, also known as the Concrete Masonry Products Research, Education, and Promotion Act of 2017, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress. The main purpose of this bill is to establish a program to support research, education, and promotion of concrete masonry products.

Under this bill, a Concrete Masonry Products Board would be created to oversee the program. This board would be responsible for developing and implementing a research and education program to improve the quality and performance of concrete masonry products. Additionally, the board would also be tasked with promoting the use of these products in construction projects.

The bill also outlines the funding mechanism for the program, which would be supported by assessments on concrete masonry products manufacturers. These assessments would be used to fund research, education, and promotion activities related to concrete masonry products. Overall, the Concrete Masonry Products Research, Education, and Promotion Act of 2017 aims to support the concrete masonry industry by investing in research, education, and promotion efforts. This bill has the potential to benefit manufacturers, consumers, and the construction industry as a whole by improving the quality and performance of concrete masonry products.