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Path Cleared To Decommissioning And Site Restoration Of Vermont Yankee

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The NRC issued Vermont Yankee its operating license on March 21, 1972. “Vermonters know that I worked for many years to meet the promise made to Vermont when it was constructed that the plant be closed on schedule in 2012,” Gov. Posted by Heidi Schwartz . Principal Photography by Larry Keyes and Dan Marx.).

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Payment of Retainage with “conditions attached” Deemed Non-Payment

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The Supreme Court of Vermont recently held that the conditions attached to a contractor’s payment of retainage to a subcontractor violated the state’s Prompt Pay Act. That violation was later cured by the general contractor when it confirmed that negotiation of the check would not affect the subcontractor’s rights.

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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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COVER STORY: 2013 Business Facilities Rankings Report – State Rankings

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The first was not unexpected, although China’s lead in developing alternative energy is expected to shrink as its ability to spur solar panel production is eliminated by trade negotiators enforcing a WTO decision citing China for subsidizing its industry. in nearly 30 years. in nearly 30 years. AUTO GIANTS SAY “ROLL TIDE!”.

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State by State Incentives Guide

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It allows for the construction of roads, bridges, etc. Industrial Revenue Bonds: May be used as long-term financing of up to 100% of a project for: Acquisition of land, buildings, site preparation and improvements; Construction of buildings; Acquisition and installation of furnishings, fixtures and equipment; Capitalizable soft costs (e.g.,

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STATE INCENTIVES GUIDE

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SALES & USE TAX ABATEMENTS: Taxes on construction-related transactions, pollution control devices are exempt from sales and use taxes. MADE IN ALABAMA” JOB INCENTIVES ACT: Qualifying companies may receive a transferable income tax credit to offset import tariff costs during local construction process.

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