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IBHS Proposal Gains Approval at Building Code Hearings

05/25/2011 - IBHS' recommendation to remove straw bale construction from the International Green Construction Code (IGCC) will be considered for final approval.
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Voluntary Private Sector Preparedness

03/11/2011 - Accreditation and Certification Program (PS-Prep)
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A Public Policy Primer on Disaster Safety

02/24/2011 - IBHS studies and educational materials are regularly referenced in public policy debates around the country.
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Chinese Drywall: The Need for Scientific Evaluation

02/23/2011 - While IBHS does not endorse any aspect of the report, in January 2010, the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) issued a guidance document for identifying homes with problem Chinese-made drywall.
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Comments on Draft National Disaster Recovery Framework

02/16/2011 - February 25, 2010 - The Insurance Institute for Business & Home Safety (IBHS) is a 501(c)(3) organization wholly supported by the property/casualty insurance industry. IBHS’ mission is to reduce the social and economic effects of natural disasters and other property losses – and thus make communities safer and more resilient – by conducting research and advocating improved construction, maintenance and preparation practices. Along with our colleagues in the property/casualty insurance industry, we appreciate this opportunity to provide input into the DHS/FEMA and HUD draft National Disaster Recovery Framework that was published in the Federal Register on February 10, 2010.
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Building Code Kit

02/16/2011 - Building codes promote a level and predictable playing field for designers, builders and suppliers
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