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Maryland Enacts New Environmental Laws in 2020

Green Building Law Update

The Governor has until the 30th day after presentment to sign or veto bills and given the impact of the coronavirus pandemic any legislation that requires new State spending will no doubt receive heightened scrutiny. Surprising few of those bills that passed involved environmental matters.

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Maryland Enacts New Environmental Laws in 2020

Green Building Law Update

The Governor has until the 30th day after presentment to sign or veto bills. SB 018 alters the membership of the 1994 Lead Poisoning Prevention Commission and changes and adds topics on which the commission may appoint a subcommittee. Surprising few of those bills that passed involved environmental matters.

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Environmental Regulations in Construction: What Contractors Need to Know

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Construction activity is incredibly intensive work — creating the built environment is inherently disruptive to the natural environment. Environmental laws provide the backbone for permitting and reporting requirements on construction projects, while a wide variety of state and municipal laws impose even stricter rules.

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Maryland Bans Polystyrene and Enacts 31 other New Environmental Laws

Green Building Law Update

The Governor has until May 28, the 30th day after presentment to sign or veto bills. The Maryland Department of the Environment (MDE) may adopt regulations to implement the bills. Wetlands Permits and Licenses. This post is a review of key environmental bills passed this session. Stormwater and Flood Management.

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COVID-19 and Remobilization: Returning to the Construction Site Without Mandated COVID-19 Restrictions

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The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) has made it clear that employers may do so. This presents a particular concern for the construction industry given the significant percentage of workers who have expressed some hesitation to the vaccine and because the work cannot be performed remotely. Navigating a Post-Mask World.

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Maryland Adopts 42 New Environmental Laws in 2021

Green Building Law Update

The Governor has until the 30th day after presentment to sign or veto bills. Additionally, the bill establishes a Commission for the Innovation and Advancement of Carbon Markets and Sustainable Tree Plantings charged with developing a plan to achieve the State’s carbon mitigation goals. Prohibition on Balloon Releases.

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4 Best American-Made Work Boots

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The Federal Trade Commission has established a “ Made in USA Standard ” that requires manufacturers to label products in good faith. Know Your Work Environment. Here are some of the principal safety features you should look for if your workplace presents specific environmental dangers. Safety Toes. static dissipating.

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