Government Relations & Advocacy for Tree Care Professionals

The Association of Tree Care Professionals (ATCP) advocates to ensure small and mid-sized tree care businesses have a strong voice in policy decisions that shape their operations, safety practices, and growth opportunities. Larger corporations often have full-time government relations teams. Smaller tree care companies deserve the same representation from an organization that understands their challenges and stands for their interests.

Our advocacy team monitors legislation at the federal, state, and local levels that directly impacts tree care professionals. This includes OSHA safety standards, environmental regulations, workforce development initiatives, and other policies that influence how arborists and business owners operate. ATCP maintains open communication with policymakers to make sure regulations reflect the realities of running a tree care business, not just the priorities of major corporations.

The ATCP leadership are dedicated advocacy specialists who focus exclusively on representing members before regulatory agencies and legislative bodies. These professionals combine technical knowledge of arboriculture with experience in the legislative process, giving our members a credible voice in policy conversations that matter.

Key Advocacy Areas

  • Safety Standards
    Promoting ANSI Z133 safety practices that protect workers while remaining realistic for small and mid-sized businesses.
  • Workforce Development
    Supporting training programs and immigration policies that address the shortage of skilled labor in tree care.
  • Environmental Policy
    Ensuring environmental regulations recognize the expertise of certified arborists and support responsible, science-based tree care practices.
  • Small Business Protection
    Advocating for policies that prevent large competitors from using complex regulations to disadvantage smaller operators.ATCP members receive regular updates on legislative developments and opportunities to participate in advocacy efforts that strengthen their businesses and the profession as a whole.

    For more information or to share policy concerns affecting your company, contact our government relations team by emailing us at associationoftreecarepros@gmail.com.