It can be easy to get caught up in technology, big data, or upcoming trends. But when it comes to health and safety, taking a step back and getting back to the basics is fundamental for the success of any safety program. Join us for this special safety month webinar featuring Matt Bunner of CRH; Meghan Neal of PW Gillibrand; and Zach Waters of John Deere as they share insights and experience from their safety programs.
NSSGA GARA Staff held a webinar that included guest speaker former Rep. Bill Shuster (PA), who previously served as chairman of the House Transportation & Infrastructure Committee. The discussion included a range of policies impacting the aggregates industry today, with a special focus on highway reauthorization efforts and the role of tariffs in shaping economic and trade dynamics. Following that, NSSGA GARA Staff provided updates on executive orders, tariffs, environmental regulations, and ROCKPAC.
NSSGA staff provide an update on all the happenings from Washington. A lot has been going on since the start of the new year, including infrastructure implementation and updates to federal water regulations taking center stage.
NSSGA presented an Engineering & Technical webinar on Thursday, July 20. Our featured guest was Dr. Halil Ceylan (pronounced as Ha-leel Jay-LAAN), a professor at Iowa State University and with research interests including all aspects of pavements and granular material. We discovered the ongoing aggregate-related research and three projects highlighting sustainable pavement/granular road solutions. Dr.
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.