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Congress explores highway funding sources in hearings
Both chambers of Congress explored sources to fund a surface transportation bill during hearings on Capitol Hill, the National Stone, Sand & Gravel Association (NSSGA) reports. The House Ways and Means Committee held a hearing on the long-term financing of… Keep Reading
Gas tax hike unlikely, says House Majority Leader
Don't expect a gas tax increase anytime soon. That's what House Majority Leader Rep. Kevin McCarty (R-Calif.) tells the Wall Street Journal in an exclusive interview. “We make policy in the world of politics," McCarty says. "If you thought, “Well,… Keep Reading
Construction starts up 3 percent in May
According to Dodge Data & Analytics, new construction starts in May rose 3 percent to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of $729.7 billion and a Dodge Index of 154. The rise mainly can be attributed to a liquefied natural gas… Keep Reading
Cardinal Scale elects new president
Cardinal Scale, headquartered in Webb City, Mo., elected Matthew Stovern as its new president. Stovern will take over the position from David Perry, who will retire at the end of June. Perry served more than 50 years at the company.… Keep Reading
John Deere rolls out E-Series ADTs
John Deere launched its new 370E, 410E and 460E articulated dump trucks (ADTs), which feature Tier 4 Final John Deere PowerTech diesel engines. The machines feature ZF transmissions that include eight forward gears and four reverse gears, as well as … Keep Reading
Ohio association teaches kids, parents about aggregates
Since 2012, the Ohio Aggregates & Industrial Minerals Association (OAIMA) and its members have been active supporters of the Miami County Parks District's “Hug the Earth” Program. As the association transitions to incorporate its education and outreach activities to the… Keep Reading
EPA releases updated stormwater permit
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) released its updated multisector general permit for industrial storm water discharges, reports the National Stone, Sand & Gravel Association (NSSGA). The permit only applies directly to states where EPA is the lead permitting authority… Keep Reading
House bill would keep highway funding level in FY 2016
The U.S. House of Representatives has passed a fiscal 2016 spending bill to fund transportation and housing projects. The Hill reports that the House passed the $55.3 billion legislation by a close 216-210 vote, with all but three Democrats voting… Keep Reading
Senate committee passes legislation that could halt waters rule
The Senate Environment and Public Works committee marked up the Federal Water Quality Protection Act, S. 1140, reports the National Stone, Sand & Gravel Association (NSSGA). If passed by Congress, the legislation will halt the water rule and the U.S.… Keep Reading
