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IECC Slated for More Input by Government Officials
The International Code Council (ICC) released a new framework last week, changing the means by which it updates the International Energy Conservation Code (IECC) from government consensus to an American National Standards Institute (ANSI)-approved standards process. Adopted by ICC’s board … Continue reading
Final Rule to Provide Clarification for Employee Versus Independent Contractor
The U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) announced a final rule Wednesday, clarifying the standard for what constitutes an employee versus an independent contractor under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). U.S. Secretary of Labor Eugene Scalia said the rule brings … Continue reading
House Democrats and White House Reach Deal on Modified USMCA Trade Agreement
After more than a year since the U.S., Canada and Mexico came to an agreement on a new trade deal to replace the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA), House Democrats and the White House have agreed on new terms … Continue reading
Industry Leaders Testify About Cleaner Building Efforts
Representatives from several industry organizations came together Friday to testify about increasing energy efficiency in the building sector to reduce the greenhouse gas pollution attributed to commercial and residential buildings. Witnesses requested before the House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on … Continue reading
Lawsuit Against OSHA’s Improve Tracking of Injuries Rule Continues
The ongoing lawsuit filed by the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB), and several other parties, may be close to an end if the defendant, who just motioned to have the case dismissed on lack of jurisdiction, has anything to … Continue reading
