Distribution Contractors Association (DCA) represents contractors, suppliers and manufacturers who provide construction services including installation, replacement and rehabilitation of natural gas distribution systems, interstate gas transmission pipelines, water and wastewater infrastructure, as well as fiber optic, cable and duct systems in communities across the country.
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Development of Washington Agenda
Development and implementation of an effective advocacy program is fundamental to the success of any organization that seeks to represent an industry or industry sector.
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Establishing Positions on Issues of Interest
Wyman Associates works closely with clients to draft and fine tune industry positions and/or “white papers” on the issues in order to clearly state where the organization stands on key industry topics.
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Forging and Enhancing Relations on Capitol Hill
Walking the halls of the Senate and House of Representatives on a regular basis can be tedious, but it is absolutely necessary. Wyman Associates ensures that the positions of its clients are continually voiced in the halls of Congress.
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Executive Branch Relationships
Wyman Associates monitors proposed rulemakings, works with clients to develop positions and responses to regulatory proposals, and submits comments for agency consideration.
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Washington “Fly-In” Events
Wyman Associates conducts a thorough briefing of the issues for “fly-in” participants as well as provides concise but effective “leave behind” documents for visits on Capitol Hill and within regulatory agencies.
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Coalition Building
Coalitions are a must in the advocacy game – Wyman Associates brings its clients to the table of existing coalitions of interest and helps to forge them when needed.
Meet Our Clients
The Plastic Pipe Institute (PPI)’s Energy Piping Systems Division promotes the use of plastic pressure pipe made of high-density polyethylene (HDPE), polyamide, and composite piping used in gas distribution and oil and gas gathering market.
