Snail Darter/Endangered Species Act: Center for Biological Diversity Petition to Delist
The Center for Biological Diversity (“CBD”) submitted to the United States Fish and Wildlife Service (“Service”) a July 16th Petition to Delist the Snail Darter (“Petition”) under the Endangered Species Act (“ESA”). CBD states that the Snail Darter has sustainable populations in diverse locations…
Arkansas Pollution Control and Ecology Commission – July 26, 2019 Meeting
The Arkansas Pollution Control and Ecology Commission (“Commission”) is the environmental policymaking body for Arkansas. The Commission, with certain exceptions, meets on a monthly basis. The Commission will meet Friday, July 26th, at 9:00 a.m. in the Commission Room at 5301 Northshore Drive…
Transportation/Hazardous Materials Regulation: July 10 Interpretive Letter Addressing Intermediate Bulk Containers
The United States Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (“PHMSA”) addressed in a July 10th interpretive letter the application of the Hazardous Materials Regulations (“HMR”) to intermediate bulk containers (“IBC”). PHMSA was responding to a December 23, 2018, request for an…
Dust-Lead Hazard Standards: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Finalizes Revisions
The United States Environmental Protection Agency (“EPA”) issued a final rule addressing the Dust-Lead Hazard Standards (“DLHS”) and the definition of Lead-Based Paint (“LBP”). The final rule is issued pursuant to the authority of Sections 401, 402, 403, and 404 of the Toxic Substances Control Act…
OSHA Enforcement: Ohio Aluminum Manufacturer Cited for Alleged Violations
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (“OSHA”) issued a June 20th news release stating that it cited Ohio Gratings, Inc. (“OGI”) for alleged violations. OGI is described as a manufacturer of aluminum, stainless steel, and carbon products and is based in Canton, Ohio. The company…