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President Donald Trump’s broad-based immigration enforcement using multiple government agencies has scrutinized employers more; more worksite inspections, I-9 examinations, audits, targeted investigations, and severe penalties for non-compliance. 

U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents arrested five roofers in Duluth, Minn., prompting concerns over mass deportations. Amid Trump’s crackdown, arrests have surged, sparking fear among crews within construction and manufacturing.

QXO extended its $124.25 per share tender offer for Beacon to March 10, citing strong momentum despite board resistance, rising commitments, and full financing secured.

President Trump made good on his promise to enact 25% tariff on imports from Canada and Mexico, and a 10% additional tariff on Chinese goods effective March 5, shaking markets and raising costs for industries. Some roofing contractors and distributors are already adjusting prices.

See which team stood out at the Roofing Alliance’s Student Competition at the 2025 International Roofing Expo in San Antonio: This year’s project involved a challenging reroof due to glass atrium and the proximity to San Antonio’s airport runways.  

LP Building Solutions earned three major industry honors for its innovation and partnerships, including Beacon’s Trail Blazer Award and Vendor of the Year from BMR and Lumbermen’s Inc..

NRCA’s free webinar on March 7 previews Roofing Day in D.C. 2025, offering advocacy training, issue insights, and expert guidance to help industry voices be heard on April 8-9, 2025

Siplast will showcase its Paratherm NH polyiso insulation and Terapro PUR Deck Coatings at IIBEC 2025, highlighting non-halogenated insulation and durable traffic coatings. 

Known for his soft-spoken nature and fierce commitment to empowering others to be the best roofing professionals they can be, Dennis Conway of Commercial Roofers was named the 2025 J.A. Piper award winner.

The Lowe’s Foundation awarded $9M in Gable Grants to 15 nonprofits, expanding skilled trades training in carpentry, HVAC, roofing, and more to address workforce shortages.