government
Breaking down early Trump administration activity and what’s ahead
Evan Bender, director of government affairs at the National Stone, Sand & Gravel Association (NSSGA), lays out what’s transpiring in the nation’s capital with the new Trump administration and a Republican-controlled Congress. Keep Reading
P&Q Roundtable returns with Arizona meeting
The annual Pit & Quarry Roundtable & Conference brought industry leaders to Phoenix for education and networking. Keep Reading
Executive order interrupts IIJA fund disbursement
The National Stone, Sand & Gravel Association issued a statement on the matter following an executive order President Trump signed last week. Keep Reading
Vulcan VP discusses infrastructure matters at House hearing
Vulcan Materials’ Janet Kavinoky addressed the House Transportation & Infrastructure Subcommittee on Highways & Transit this week. Keep Reading
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](https://stage.pitandquarry.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/christopher-williamson-736-122124-300x153.jpg)
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
How MSHA, mine safety should be reshaped in 2025
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
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
