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The association for textile rental business across North America, TRSA, has joined with other organisations representing the majority of linen, uniform and facility services companies across North America to present the inaugural Laundry Hill Day scheduled for 6 February 2025 in Washington, DC. The ‘Hill’ in common US parlance refers to Capitol Hill, Washington DC, home of the United States Congress.
Laundry Hill Day provides the many industry representatives an opportunity to raise awareness and educate legislators, regulators and their respective staff on the essential, sustainable services that help businesses, retailers, healthcare facilities, restaurants, government, and other organisations enhance their image and provide clean, safe environments for their employees and customers.
Participating organisations include the Association for Linen Management (ALM), American Reusable Textile Association (ARTA), CSC Network, and Textile Care Allied Trades Association (TCATA), joining together with TRSA for a full day of meetings with lawmakers.
TRSA president and CEO Joe Ricci said: “Involving several national linen and uniform services organiSations helps the industry better represent its full depth and breadth while enhancing collaboration. Our goal is for the industry to speak with a single, unified voice on issues impacting the expansion and protection of the industry by addressing common challenges and advocating more effectively for policies that benefit all members.”
“This event marks an important step in bringing our industry together to address shared challenges and advocate for meaningful change,” said Sarah Brobeck, CEO of ALM. “We truly appreciate TRSA’s initiative in extending this opportunity to other organizations, fostering a collaborative effort that has the potential to strengthen our collective voice and advance our shared goals.”
A key focus of the 2025 Laundry Hill Day will be advancing opportunities to increase reusable personal protective equipment (PPE) in healthcare settings. TRSA has been laying the groundwork, going back to our 2023 efforts with Members of Congress to help catalyze a study on the benefits of reusables, sponsored by CDC’s National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH).
As part of this study, the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine (NASEM), which resulted in a recommendation to increase the use of reusable healthcare PPE, based on their environmental, safety, supply chain protection, and cost-savings benefits. Based on the NASEM findings, NIOSH committed to engaging with partners to advance this effort.
Luci Ward, executive director of TCATA, said: “Bringing together organisations from across the textile care and maintenance sectors allows the industry to showcase its collective strength and diversity. By fostering collaboration, we hope to address shared challenges more effectively and advocate for policies that support sustainable growth and long-term success for all stakeholders.”
Laundry Hill Day, scheduled in conjunction with TRSA’s 15th Annual Legislative Conferences & Awards Dinner, (more information on this here) expands the representation of various industry segments and engages more industry organisations to advocate for increasing reusable textiles.
Additionally, discussions with legislators will focus on strategies to protect the industry and take proactive measures in PFAS remediation. Ricci added: “We look forward to uniting with these organisations to create a stronger voice for our sector.”
For more information about Laundry Hill Day and to register, please visit here trsa.
• In the meantime, here is are a few details on the North America textile care trade associations partnering with TRSA in this endeavour.
About ALM
The Association for Linen Management (ALM) is a trade association promoting operational excellence and professional growth in the textile care industry. Serving healthcare, hospitality, and institutional sectors, ALM supports owners, managers, technicians, and suppliers with guidance on textile processing, management, and utilization. Learn more about ALM’s impact on the industry online.
About ARTA
ARTA (American Reusable Textile Association) promotes reusable textiles as the preferred choice for consumers, supporting sustainability through Reduce, Reuse, and Recycle. It offers educational resources, industry research, and a platform for sharing best practices while advocating for members on legislative and regulatory issues.
About CSC
CSC Network represents over 180 independent rental laundries across the US, Canada, and Puerto Rico, specialising in uniform and linen rental. Since 1979, their mission has been to empower independents through resources, pricing negotiation, and best practices, helping members compete and grow with integrity and value.
About TCATA
The Textile Care Allied Trades Association (TCATA) is an international trade association representing manufacturers and distributors of drycleaning and laundry equipment. Dedicated exclusively to the allied trades, TCATA’s mission is to support and grow the interests of those serving the textile care industry.
