In July 2025, Senators Tim Sheehy (R-MT) and Jeff Merkley (D-OR) introduced companion legislation in the U.S. Senate. The bill is now being backed by state representatives Dan Newhouse (R-WA) and Terri Sewell (D-AL).

American Woodmark Corporation reported a challenging second quarter of fiscal 2026, with net sales and net income down compared to the same period last year.

The RONA Foundation, which oversees the philanthropic activities of RONA Inc., a leader in the home renovation sector in Canada, raised over $530,000 as part of its “Home Sweet Home” campaign, which ran from September 1 to October 12, 2025.

The Decorative Hardwoods Association is reporting that the 43-day government shutdown, which ended on Nov. 12, caused numerous problems including the extension of deadlines for decisions regarding hardwood plywood trade cases.

According to the report, the bath design landscape is currently in a state of flux – the evolution of bathroom technology marks an upcoming shift emerging in the home.

For the eighth year in a row, Ethan Allen’s upholstery operations in Silao, Guanajuato, Mexico, have earned the Great Place to Work Mexico certification. The certification recognizes companies that provide an outstanding employee experience, based on both employee surveys and independent analysis.

The NKBA Susquehanna Valley Chapter have announced the winners of its 2025 Kitchen & Bath Design Awards during the biennial gala held on Friday, November 14, 2025, at the Yorktowne Hotel in York, Pennsylvania. The Winter Wonderland–themed event recognized outstanding achievements in kitchen, bath, and interior design across the chapter.

Dale Murphy, a two-time National League MVP, seven-time All-Star, and member of the Braves Hall of Fame, will present his keynote Big League Leadership for Business Owners: Lessons from the Diamond to the Shop Floor on Tuesday, June 30, from 9:00–9:50 a.m. in the Coral Ballroom at the Hilton West Palm Beach.

The American Home Furnishings Alliance (AHFA) has awarded its highest honor, the Distinguished Service Award, to long-time industry analyst Kenneth D. Smith.

Mike Garth, managing director and chief executive officer for CabMaster Software, is celebrating 20 years at the long-time, Australia-based software company.