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MSHA: Latest screening yields no POV violators

The Mine Safety & Health Administration (MSHA) reports that none of the nation’s mines met the criteria based on a late 2024 screening. Keep Reading

Says MSHA assistant secretary Chris Williamson: “It’s critically important at MSHA – especially on the enforcement side – that you’re always bringing in new inspectors [and] that you’re always backfilling people when they leave.” Photo: MSHA

Exclusive: MSHA chief reflects on tenure as assistant secretary

Chris Williamson, assistant secretary of the Mine Safety & Health Administration (MSHA), reflects on his tenure leading the agency as his final day nears in January. Keep Reading

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How MSHA, mine safety should be reshaped in 2025

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Ogletree Deakins’ Bill Doran and Margo Lopez present a wish list for the new year related to the Mine Safety & Health Administration (MSHA) and mine safety overall. Keep Reading

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How producers, government can both benefit from sound regulation

Whitaker Construction’s John Sather discusses the regulatory environment in his home state of Utah and the impact it’s currently having on industry businesses. Keep Reading

NSSGA honors California congressman with Rock Star Award

The National Stone, Sand & Gravel Association (NSSGA) recognized Rep. Salud Carbajal with a special honor at this week’s Legislative & Policy Forum. Keep Reading

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NSSGA’s Legislative & Policy Forum takes place this week

The National Stone, Sand & Gravel Association (NSSGA) expects more than 375 leaders from across the industry to convene for the annual event in Washington. Keep Reading

Michael Johnson, president and CEO of NSSGA, was among the speakers at the 2020 Pit & Quarry Roundtable & Conference. Photo: PamElla Lee Photography

Industry leaders applaud Johnson for elevating NSSGA

Outgoing president and CEO Michael Johnson leaves a strong legacy at the National Stone, Sand & Gravel Association (NSSGA). Keep Reading

The members of ACE (the Aggregates & Concrete Executives) are full- or part-time staff of local, state or regional state associations of aggregates or ready-mixed concrete producers. Photo: P&Q Staff

How the industry’s state association execs unite as one

While aggregate producers regularly turn to state associations for key business functions, the executive directors of these groups often lean on each other. Keep Reading

Those who attend the National Stone, Sand & Gravel Association’s annual Legislative & Policy Forum have the opportunity to tell their story to policymakers on Capitol Hill. Photo: NSSGA

NSSGA deploying long-term strategy for advocacy event

Tax reform and highway reauthorization are priority issues for the National Stone, Sand & Gravel Association’s (NSSGA) upcoming Legislative & Policy Forum. Keep Reading

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