NSSGA's Government and Regulatory Affairs staff provided an update on the One Big Beautiful Bill Act and the upcoming surface transportation reauthorization. Staff also gave updates in the areas of health and safety, environmental and engineering and technical. Staff also encouraged members to reach out for assistance planning quarry tours and facility visits for members of Congress.
NSSGA’s GARA team discusses how the association is positioning the industry for a successful year in Washington. Our special guest this week was Wayne Palmer, former Deputy Assistant Secretary at MSHA.
CDE’s Business Development Director Darren Eastwood will discuss how you can mine backfilled mine sites while you await permits for new sites.
Government affairs staff from NSSGA, NRMCA and NAPA break down how to access your schedule, meet your team, prepare for meetings, and move through Capitol Hill. We also provided the latest state of play on what is happening on Capitol Hill and an overview of our hill day talking points and how to be a great advocate for your business. Our teams were on hand to discuss any questions or concerns you may have before you depart for Washington!
In June, the Mine Safety and Health Administration announced the launch of its new MSHA Information Hub to help miners, operators, contractors and other stakeholders quickly find answers to their most frequently asked questions. In this webinar, MSHA shared the features of the new resource and invite questions and feedback.
Managing Director of FMI Capital Advisors, Inc. George H. Reddin discusses what 2021 will look like for the aggregates industry and the overall construction materials sector. He also touched on the performance of our industry during 2020 and learn what to expect in 2021 with a transition to come with the Biden Administration.
It is not uncommon for accident reports to state that the injured party was not paying attention to their tasks. It is a common occurrence, but one that can be managed. In a workplace and society that seems to honor “multitasking” and offers multiple distractions, it is easy to understand that it is difficult at times to stay on task to prevent accidents, complete projects in a timely manner, and remain organized in all facets of our life.
NSSGA and our Annual Partner, Civil & Environmental Consultants, Inc. held an informative webinar that included recent proposed and final rules by Fish & Wildlife Service on Endangered Species Act implementation, including an update on newly listed bat species and changes to surveying for them and other areas of concern including habitat use.
This webinar brought together sustainability experts to discuss the fundamentals of Product Category Rules (PCRs) and Environmental Product Declarations (EPDs) and how they impact the aggregates and construction industry. Presentations featured experts in Life Cycle Assessments and EPDs from various organizations with experience and perspective in the aggregates industry. Following the presentation, the Sustainability Working Group conducted a short meeting to discuss plans, activities and materials for the rest of 2025.
NSSGA’s Government & Regulatory Affairs team discussed how to deliver a compelling message to your Member of Congress, what to expect during virtual Hill Day visits and what it takes to make your elected officials take action.