Amendment proposed to WOTUS rule
Published by Katherine Guenioui,
Editor
World Cement,
A proposed rule on Waters of the United States (WOTUS) that originates from the Army Corps of Engineers and the Environmental Protection Agency is expected to be finalised this spring and could be fully implemented by October. The rule would impact the operations of aggregates operators seeking to expand operations by increase permitting and mitigation costs. It has been opposed by both the Portland Cement Association and the National Stone, Sand and Gravel Association (NSSGA).
On 23 March, Sen. John Barrasso, R-Wyo, offered an amendment to the Senate budget resolution that would limit Clean Water Act (CWA) jurisdiction and exclude groundwater, stormwater, stormwater systems, irrigation systems, wastewater systems, isolated ponds, ditches and puddles.
NSSGA is working with its Waters Advocacy Coalition partners to build support for Barrasso’s amendment. Though budget resolutions do not have the force of law, they are clear indicators of Congress’ intent on key issues.
Further information on the rule can be found on the NSSGA website.
Adapted from press release by Katherine Guenioui
Read the article online at: https://www.worldcement.com/the-americas/25032015/amendment-proposed-to-wotus-rule-575/
You might also like
The World Cement Podcast
In this special joint episode of the World Cement Podcast, and Cementing Europe’s future, the podcast of CEMBUREAU, David Bizley and Koen Coppenholle take a deep dive into the Clean Industrial Deal and a discussion of what it means for the European cement industry.
Listen for free today at www.worldcement.com/podcasts or subscribe and review on your favourite podcast app.
Shaping The Future Through Shredding
Gary Moore, UNTHA Shredding Technology GmbH, highlights the global momentum behind alternative fuels and the role of advanced shredding in shaping cement’s low-carbon future.
