PCCA joined nearly 100 trade associations in signing an April 6, 2026, Main Street Employers Coalition letter thanking Congress and the White House for passing the Working Families Tax Cut Act (WFTCA)—historic tax relief that supports the millions of Main Street businesses powering the American economy.
The coalition emphasized that these reforms prevented what would have been the largest tax increase in U.S. history, one that would have disproportionately impacted pass-through businesses, which make up roughly 95% of all businesses and employ the majority of private-sector workers.
At the core of the law is the permanence of lower marginal rates and the Section 199A small business deduction, preserving rate parity and enabling pass-through businesses to compete on a level playing field with larger corporations. Just as importantly, these provisions provide the long-term certainty employers need to invest, grow, and create jobs.
The letter also highlights key pro-growth policies that are already driving investment across the economy, including the restoration of 100% bonus depreciation, full expensing for research and experimentation, and more flexible interest expense limitations. Together, these reforms are helping businesses modernize, expand operations, and strengthen America’s workforce.
To underscore the real-world impact of these policies, the coalition has launched a dedicated platform to collect stories and testimonials from business owners and workers that demonstrate how pro-growth tax policy is translating into stronger businesses, more jobs, and greater opportunity in communities across the country.
“PCCA has an opportunity to highlight how key tax and workforce provisions in the Working Families Tax Cut Act are supporting power and communication contractors and workers across the country,” PCCA lobbyist Ben Brubeck, principal and CEO of Government Affairs Solutions, said. “As policymakers continue evaluating the impact of these provisions, it is critical that they hear directly from the businesses creating jobs, investing in communities, and developing the next generation of electricians.”
To help tell this story, PCCA is gathering feedback from member contractors about how the following provisions are affecting your company:
- Permanency of the small business deduction
- 100% bonus depreciation
- Immediate expensing of research and development (R&D) investments
- Expanded 529 and Workforce Pell eligibility for skilled trades education
- Permanent estate tax relief
- Elimination of taxes on overtime pay
With Americans receiving Tax Day refunds and November mid-term elections fast approaching, real-world examples from PCCA contractors can help demonstrate how pro-growth tax policies translate into tangible economic activity across the country.
What We’re Looking For
PCCA is particularly interested in hearing about:
- Business investments, such as purchasing equipment, expanding operations, or upgrading technology
- Workforce growth, including hiring, wage increases, or expanded benefits
- Workforce development and education investments, especially those connected to apprenticeship or workforce development programs. In addition, we're looking for forward-thinking comments on the bill’s expansion of 529 educational savings accounts for apprenticeship programs and materials and creation of Workforce Pell to assist learners in short-term programs (including possibly apprenticeships).
- District- or state-specific examples that show how these policies are benefiting your company and your community
- Measurable outcomes, such as the number of employees hired, dollars invested, or new projects made possible
- Forward-looking plans that these provisions may enable, including future hiring, facility expansion, or workforce development investments
Even brief examples or estimates can help PCCA demonstrate how these policies support small businesses and skilled trades employers.
Opportunities to Engage with Lawmakers
In addition to collecting member feedback, PCCA is also exploring opportunities for in-district engagement with members of Congress. Lawmakers consistently say that the most valuable insights come from visiting jobsites and hearing directly from employers and workers.
If your company is open to hosting one of the following, please let us know:
- A jobsite tour showcasing PCCA construction activity in action, including forthcoming BEAD-funded project groundbreaking
- A roundtable discussion with local contractors and workforce partners
- A workforce development program visit highlighting apprenticeship or electrical and construction skills development programs
These events help policymakers better understand the role PCCA contractors play in building America’s infrastructure and developing the skilled workforce our industry depends on.
Share Your Story
If your company has experienced impacts—large or small—from these WFTC Act provisions, we are looking for PCCA members to cut video testimonials, including an opportunity to speak to cameras with the House Speaker’s office the next time you are visiting Washington, D.C.
Your story can help ensure that policymakers and voters understand how pro-growth tax policies support PCCA contractors, create jobs, and strengthen the skilled trades.
Please share your feedback with our team so that we can help elevate the voice of merit shop electrical contractors in Washington and across the country.