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Final Rules on Employer Wellness Programs Issued by EEOC

The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) issued final rules on employer-sponsored wellness programs in May.

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OSHA Issues Active Regulatory Agenda

OSHA published its spring semiannual regulatory agenda. It provides a list of all regulatory actions that are under active consideration by the agency.

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Update on AFS Silica Litigation: AFS Files Statement of Issues

The AFS/NAM legal team submitted a broad statement of issues which will be raised in the legal challenge, focusing on the economic and technological feasibility of the new PEL.

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Proposed Rules from U.S. Department of Treasury Could Harm Manufacturers

Metalcasters are encouraged to take a survey by close of business July 1 to help fight the proposed regulations.

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House Approves AFS Supported Bill to Delay and Modify Ozone Rules

The bill amends the Clean Air Act by revising the National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS) program.

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OSHA Penalties to Increase Significantly on August 1

The Occupational Safety and Health Administration’s (OSHA) maximum penalties are set to rise by 78% as part of the federal penalty adjustments mandated by Congress and signed into law last year.

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US Challenges China On Export Duties for Key Raw Materials

The U.S. launched a trade enforcement action against China’s export duties on nine key metals and minerals at the World Trade Organization (WTO).

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Increase Awareness of the U.S. Metalcasting Industry by Hosting a Congressional Plant Tour

Members of Congress are back in their states for the month of August and then again in October. This is an ideal time for metalcasters and suppliers across the country to host their representatives and senators for educational tours at their facilities.

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Labor Department Issues New Family Medical Leave Act Employer Compliance Guide

The U.S. Department of Labor (DOL), Wage and Hour Division, released a new guide for employers and human resource specialists.

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US Department of Labor Releases Fair Pay and Safe Workplaces Final Rule

The long-awaited final rule and guidance implementing the “Fair Pay and Safe Workplaces” executive order was published in the Federal Register on August 25, 2016.

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