As SGMA continues to focus its efforts on communicating significant industry news to its membership, the In Brief newsletter will be now distributed on a weekly basis. Since In Brief will be seen more frequently, SGMA will reduce the number of stories in each issue so that it remains a newsletter which is a reflection of its title.
New Proposed CPSC Chair and Commissioner Could Spell Trouble for Manufacturers
SGMA Public Policy
In announcing the funding and personnel decisions for the CPSC, the Administration indicated the President’s desire ‘to protect the public, especially children, from unreasonable risks of serious injury or death from consumer products, including children's products.' The proposed funding would add $107 million to the CPSC budget, a 71 percent increase.
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Promote Physical Activity by Making It More Affordable
SGMA Public Policy
Contact your local Congressman to push for support of the PHIT (Personal Health Investment Today) Bill. The PHIT Bill (HR 2105) features tax breaks for sports and fitness equipment purchases. The PHIT Bill would allow up to $2,000 to be set aside in a pre-tax account which would allow for reimbursement of physical activity expenses such as home fitness equipment; registration fees for local youth and adult sports leagues; camps & community programs (that include physical activity); and health club memberships. There’s a $250 per item cap on non-fitness equipment purchases. Click here to send a letter to Congress to show your support.
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PEP Bill Gets Boost from White House
SGMA Public Policy
SGMA is delighted to report that for the first time in six years, the Presidential budget includes funding for the PEP Bill. President Obama’s budget includes $78 million for PEP. The industry is asking Congress for $100 million for PEP. The PEP Bill is the focal point of the industry’s lobbying effort on National Health Through Fitness Day. The PEP Bill subsidizes grants which are awarded to schools and community based organizations that provide innovative P.E. and physical activity programs for America's youth. Thank you, President Obama.
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Speak Out in Favor of More Physical Activity
SGMA Public Policy
Fitness manufacturers, sports companies, professional leagues, retailers, and health clubs can show their support for physical activity by sponsoring SGMA’s 11th National Health Through Fitness Day next spring (March 10) in Washington, D.C. We are creating new consumers and product sales through new legislation -- PHIT and PEP. If you want to be a Patron ($1,000), Supporting ($3,000), Special Events ($5,000), or Presenting ($25,000) Sponsor, contact Jim Baugh at 561.838.9579 or jim@jimbaughconsulting.com.
Boomers Are Embracing Fitness
SGMA Research
SGMA Research indicates that America’s Baby Boomers (age 47-63) are embracing exercise and related activities in greater numbers than their younger Gen-X counterparts (age 37-46). Led by a double-digit increase in slow-pitch softball, participation in team or group inspired activities is up in the low double digits, while activities like strength training, walking on the treadmill, and the elliptical motion trainer remain popular.
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SGMA Spots Consumer Tendencies
SGMA Research
SGMA’s 2009 State of the Industry Report reveals some noteworthy trends: (1) the five ‘hottest’ sports for sales growth in 2009 are fitness walking, lacrosse, running, aerobic training, and camping; (2) nearly one-third of all spending on athletic footwear is by those aged 13-24; and (3) free weights are the most common form of fitness equipment in the home, but the most money is spent on treadmills. The State of the Industry Report (sponsored by Dow Corning www.dowcorning.com) is available for FREE to SGMA members and associate members.
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SGMA’s June Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) Update Conference Call
Washington, DC
Wednesday, June 17, 2009
1:00 pm EST
More CPSC funding, proposed new Chair and Commissioner could spell trouble for manufacturers. Will your products withstand the scrutiny? To find out join SGMA and our Legal Task Force this June for a conference call on the latest CPSC and Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act (CPSIA) developments.
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Tailgating Satellite Media Tour
TBA
Friday, August 28, 2009
Do you want television news coverage for your product? If so, then sign up for a TV Satellite Media Tour (SMT) by SGMA. During an SMT, SGMA is able to reach the general public through their local (and some national) television morning news programs.
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SGMA's 11th Annual National Health Through Fitness Day
Washington, DC
Tuesday, March 9, 2010 - Wednesday, March 10, 2010
Next March join celebrity athletes, physical education teachers, and industry leaders for SGMA's 11th Annual National Health Through Fitness Day to promote Physical Activity and fight Obesity. More
SGMA's 2010 Litigation & Risk Management Summit
Las Vegas
Tuesday, April 6, 2010
SGMA's Legal Task Force will be hosting our annual SGMA Litigation & Risk Management Summit in Las Vegas at the Fontainbleu Hotel. Further details will be provided as they're made available.
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