On October 18, ż to the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), highlighting the regulatory burden on the construction industry and offered specific program modifications and solutions relating to performing work with USACE. Among ż recommendations are:
- Merging NEPA/ CWA Section 404 permitting;
- Reforms to Ease “Chokepoints” in 404 Program;
- Reforming the Nationwide General Permits: acreage limits and pre-construction notification thresholds;
- Clarifying and expanding the exemption for work in roadside ditches;
- Improving USACE partnering with the Construction Industry; and
- Reforming Safety Officer Accreditations.
ż will continue to advocate for practical and real reforms with the federal agencies and congress. To access ż’s recommendations referenced above, .
For more information, contact Jordan Howard at jordan.howard@agc.org or (703) 837-5368 or Leah Pilconis at pilconisl@agc.org or (703) 837-5332.
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