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FTC Settles Charges Over Deceptive Zero VOC Claims

Green Building Law Update

Four paint companies have agreed to settle Federal Trade Commission charges that they deceptively promoted products as containing zero volatile organic compounds (VOCs) or as emission free, including during and immediately after application. The Commission vote to accept the consent agreements was 2-0. and ICP Construction Inc.

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Maryland Enacts New Environmental Laws in 2020

Green Building Law Update

HB 1442 /SB 840 alters the definition of “expanded polystyrene food service product” to exclude cartons for eggs that are shipped into the State for packaging or cartons of eggs that have been packaged within the State for sale within the State. SB 420 / HB 581 is substantially the same as HB 619.

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Maryland Enacts New Environmental Laws in 2020

Green Building Law Update

HB 1442 /SB 840 alters the definition of “expanded polystyrene food service product” to exclude cartons for eggs that are shipped into the State for packaging or cartons of eggs that have been packaged within the State for sale within the State. SB 420 / HB 581 is substantially the same as HB 619.

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Tax Reform Impact on Employers and Employees

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On December 15, 2017, Congressional Leaders announced that the conferees appointed by both the House and the Senate reached an agreement to reconcile differences between the House’s version of the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (the “House Bill”) with the Senate’s version of the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act and unveiled the text of a final bill (the “Tax Bill”).

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Maryland Bans Polystyrene and Enacts 31 other New Environmental Laws

Green Building Law Update

Senate Bill 249 / House Bill 277 (both passed) authorize the Governor to include the State as a full participant in any regional governmental initiative, agreement, or compact that limits or reduces GHG emissions from the transportation sector. Zero-emission Vehicles. Milk Labeling.

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Top OSHA Violations in Construction (2021)

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Many subcontract agreements include a clause that states the subcontractor is responsible for compliance with OSHA regulations and other safety measures. Contractors can appeal violations to the Occupational Safety and Health Review Commission (OSHRC) through their local OSHA office. Contract breach es. And pay the fine. Legal fees.

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Oklahoma Incentives and Workforce Development Guide

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If the project is a military growth impact project the application must meet the 
definitions set forth at 62 O.S. § 48.2): In the 2013 legislative session the budget agreement included appropriating $3,000,000 to the Oklahoma Quick Action Closing Fund. 842 (B) (3) and (B) (4); . 841(13), (14), and (15). of Commerce.