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NWRA Applauds U.S. Labor Department for Updated Joint-Employer Rules
These revisions will add regulatory certainty regarding what business practices may result in joint-employer status.
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NWRA Announces 2020 Federal Legislative & Regulatory Agenda
Document reflects successes in 2019 and new goals for 2020.
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NWRA Promotes Three Staff Members, Expands Responsibilities for Two More
NWRA is committed to providing our members with the tools and information necessary to thrive.
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NWRA Publishes Interim Guidance for the Safe Handling of Waste During the Coronavirus Outbreak
It’s important that the waste collection workers have the tools and resources to reduce their exposure to this virus.
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NWRA Calls on Congress to Pass Recycling Legislation Following Hearing
The legislation would create a consumer recycling education and outreach grant program within the EPA in an effort to clean…
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FMCSA Reduces Registrations Costs Saving NWRA Members Thousands of Dollars in Fees Each Year
The fees will be reduced 14.45 percent below the 2018 fee level.
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NWRA Publishes COVID-19 FAQ Document to Provide Guidance on Safe Handling of Waste During Outbreak
The document aims to provide answers and guidance to commonly asked questions from NWRA member companies that do not routinely…
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NWRA Urges Congress to Fully Fund SBA Loan Program
President Trump Announces $50 Billion Loan Program to Support Small Businesses During COVID-19 Pandemic.
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NWRA Urges Congress and Administration to Include Waste Collection in National Emergency Declaration
The inclusion would exempt waste haulers from Hours-of-Service regulations.
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NWRA Applauds Virginia Governor’s Decision to Grant Relief to Waste Haulers from Certain Trucking Regulations During State of Emergency
We urge the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration to look favorably on our petition and do the same.
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NWRA Announces 2020 Hall of Fame Inductees
The Hall of Fame award recognizes leadership and a commitment to the industry.
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Harvey and Call Reelected to Roles on NWRA Board
Ben Harvey and Dave Call will continue to serve as chairman and treasurer, respectively.