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NWRA President and CEO Issues Statement on Death of Rumpke Employee
NWRA released a statement on the work-related death of Rumpke Waste & Recycling employee David J. Evans.
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NWRA Applauds President for Signing Bill Reauthorizing Funding for Job Training Program
This legislation has been a legislative priority for the National Waste & Recycling Association.
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NWRA and SWANA Reissue Guidance on Municipal Collection Contracts
Includes information on changing markets due to China’s waste import restrictions.
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NWRA Hires Former OSHA Chief of Staff to Lead Industry Safety Initiatives
Kirk Sander has been named vice president of safety and standards, a newly created position at NWRA.
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NWRA Urges Senate to Stop Flow of Opioids from China
Legislation provides important tools to federal agencies to fight opioid crisis.
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NWRA Welcomes Jon Kyl Back to Senate
Kyl was appointed by Arizona Governor Doug Ducey (R) to fill the seat held by the late Senator John McCain…
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NWRA Joins Road to Zero Coalition
The Road to Zero Coalition aims to end road fatalities by 2050.
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NWRA Women’s Council Now Accepting Applications for Scholarship
Women’s Council will award $35,000 in scholarships for the 2019-2020 academic year.
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NWRA Urges Congress to Swiftly Pass the SUPPORT Act During Opioid and Heroin Epidemic Awareness Week
NWRA commends President Trump for his declaration of Prescription Opioid and Heroin Epidemic Awareness Week.
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Applications Open for NWRA Hall of Fame and Safety Awards
Those selected for the Hall of Fame and Drivers and Operators of the Year will be honored during NWRA’s Awards…
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Indiana Governor Proclaims October 20, 2018, as Slow Down to Get Around Day
Currently, 21 states have enacted Slow Down to Get Around legislation.
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Recycling Leaders to Collaborate to Grow Domestic industry
NWRA and CAER are natural allies in advancing policies that create jobs and promote investment while ensuring safe, responsible waste…