News Releases
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NWRA Urges Members to Contact Senators Ahead of Economic Stimulus Vote
DHS recently designated the waste collection industry as essential critical infrastructure.
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NWRA Thanks U.S. DOT for Providing Significant Relief from Regulations
We thank the DOT and FMCSA for issuing the Notice of Enforcement Policy.
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NWRA Joins Chamber of Commerce on Letter to Congress Supporting Aid for Nonprofit Organizations
Without financial assistance, nonprofits could close, leaving many members without vital services.
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Department of Labor Issues Guidance for Compliance with Families First Coronavirus Response Act
NWRA thanks labor department for providing important information to employers and employees.
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NWRA Calls on Congress to Pass Economic Stimulus Package Swiftly
The provisions in the legislation will help our members continue to operate during this health crisis.
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NWRA Urges FEMA to Cover Non-Compensated Services Provided by the Waste Industry
Continuing to employ the workforce needed to provide essential services will require assistance.
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EPA Issues Temporary Enforcement Discretion Policy During Health Crisis
Announcement comes after NWRA wrote Administrator Wheeler seeking flexibility.
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Federal Court Strikes Down Baltimore City Air Quality Ordinance
Baltimore had tried to override federal and state law on air pollution control for waste combustors.
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Thirty-Six States Recognize Waste Collection as Essential Service
NWRA urges remaining states to do the same.
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NWRA Joins Associations Seeking Financial Assistance for Small Businesses
Calls on president and Congress to establish COVID-19 Business and Employee Continuity and Recovery Fund.
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NWRA Requests FEMA Prioritize Waste and Recycling Industry with Vendors
Waste collection workers need protective equipment as they continue to work.
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President Trump Recognizes Vital Role of Waste and Recycling Workers
Our workers are on the frontlines making sure that the waste generated during this public health crisis is disposed of…