BIFMA INTERNATIONAL for BIFMA
What was lobbied
2 issue areas, each in the filer's own words, with who lobbied on it and where.
Environment/Superfund ENV
Participated in webinar with U.S. Senator Sheldon Whitehouse on April 23, 2020 to discuss corporate action on climate, obstacles to meaningful climate action, and the impact of science-denial that has been evident during the coronavirus pandemic. Business and governmental collaboration will be necessary for progress on climate action. Participated in Sustainable Purchasing Leadership Council Summit the week of May 18 (virtual event this year) and sessions like "Standards and Ecolabels to Meet Purchaser Needs" by an EPA representative and others; promoted the LEVEL Certification Program for furniture that addresses environmental and social impacts of a product. Joined comments to the EPA by the Federal Wood Industries Coalition regarding the Draft Scope of the Risk Evaluation for Formaldehyde, Docket ID HQ-OPPT 2018-0438.
| Lobbyist | Covered position, as disclosed |
|---|---|
| BRADLEY PETER MILLER | — |
Government Issues GOV
Participated in GSA's Fast Forward training (virtual) conference in April (14 & 15) and promoted the use of BIFMA standards that could help address workplace dynamics when people return to offices post coronavirus pandemic; teleworking dynamics related to furniture (safety, ergonomics, etc.) while people work from home; and sustainability issues in both places (healthcare, cleaning, end of product life guidance). Promoted same as above at June 10 Virtual Furniture Industry Quality Partnership Council (QPC) Meeting.
| Lobbyist | Covered position, as disclosed |
|---|---|
| BRADLEY PETER MILLER | — |
Shown as published by the Senate Office of Public Records and the House Clerk under the Lobbying Disclosure Act. The official filing is the record; open it for the full form.