Legislation
West Virginia state Senate reviews snow removal bill
The bill has passed the State House and would allow state Division of Highways to contract with private companies to handle snow removal.
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NALP to host Legislative Days in June
Register by May 28 to participate.
Legislative update
Andrew Bray, VP of Government Relations for the National Association of Landscape Professionals, and the Harvest Group's Ed Laflamme break down what's happening with the federal and some local governments.
H-2B lottery system modified for applications this July
OFLC wants feedback on this procedural change that takes the start date and filing date into heavier consideration.
U.S. Department of Labor launches H-2B initiative for green industry
The Wage and Hour Division will be educating businesses and investigating those that use the program to ensure compliance.
OPEI and NALP offer webinar on backpack blower bans
The webinar will take place at 1:30 p.m. EDT on Aug. 29.
House to vote on compromise immigration bill
NALP urges landscape professionals to call their representatives immediately.
Renewal & Remembrance, Legislative Days set for July 15-17
Legislative Days now features new advocacy education panels on key industry issues.
H-2B random selection process completed
Petitions not selected will be rejected and returned along with associated filing fees.
Maine city council passes synthetic pesticide ban
The city council passed an ordinance to ban the use of synthetic pesticides in Portland, Maine.
Congress considers mandating E-Verify
Lawmakers introduced the Legal Workforce Act to reduce the number of undocumented workers.
