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Maryland Bans Polystyrene and Enacts 31 other New Environmental Laws

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On sine die , when the legislature adjourned at midnight on the 90th day, on April 8, 2019, a total of 864 bills and 2 resolutions passed both chambers. in 2019, with further annual increases until it reaches 14.5% The Governor has until May 28, the 30th day after presentment to sign or veto bills. Forest Cover. Septic Systems.

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Representation Matters in Construction: New Media Library Amplifies Industry Diversity 

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Autodesk commissioned several photoshoots with AGC member firms to create the initial collection of images. In 2019 and 2020, the annual workforce survey by AGC and Autodesk uncovered that 80% of contractors say they are unable to find skilled workers. Moving forward, Autodesk will continue to add content to the library.

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AGC and Autodesk Launch Media Library to Boost Representation of Diversity in Construction  

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In both 2019 and 2020, the annual workforce survey conducted by the AGC and Autodesk identified a steady and unfulfilled demand for more talent, with up to 80 percent of contractors reporting they are unable to find skilled workers. “The visit the Autodesk Digital Builder blog ?to to read an interview with Henry Nutt III, chair of the?

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Business Facilities’ 15th Annual Rankings: State Rankings Report

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From the July/August 2019 Issue. In 2017, Edwards created the Louisiana Cybersecurity Commission to bolster the state’s cyber safety and to position Louisiana as a national leader and preferred location for cyber business, education and research. By Business Facilities Staff. LED’S FASTSTART: DECADE-LONG GOLD STANDARD FOR TRAINING.

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Arbitration Update – The 2021 ICDR Arbitration Rules: A Welcome Update for International Construction Arbitration

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8(1)(b)); or (3) in the event the arbitration arises out of different arbitration agreements, the arbitrations involve the same parties , the dispute arises out of the same legal relationship, and the consolidation arbitrator finds the arbitration agreements to be compatible. International Expedited Procedures (Article E-5).

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The Future of the Built Environment in 2019

Stok

In preparation for 2019, you’ve likely already read through comprehensive emerging trends papers from ULI , CBRE , and other industry leaders, and maybe even stok’s Colorado Regional CRE Trendwatch Report. As was mentioned at a recent industry event, “resilience today is what sustainability was ten years ago.” Data Data Data.

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SEC Climate Risk Rule is Transformative At a Cost

Green Building Law Update

Securities and Exchange Commission voted 3 to 1 to issue a long awaited proposed new rule to mandate climate risk disclosures by public companies and other businesses in their supply chains. Last Monday, the U.S.

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