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The Detroit News
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency is seeking state advice as it aims to revise the country’s rules on lead and copper in drinking water. The top environmental regulator’s request comes after Gov. Rick Snyder has called the current federal lead standards “dumb and dangerous” as his administration seeks to replace every underground lead service line in Michigan within 20 years.
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Small Business Trends
The end of the year is a big time for small businesses. You’ll need to get your taxes in order and enjoy the holiday too. Here at 10 holiday tax write offs that can help you to do both at the same time.
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ScienceDaily
Researchers have demonstrated prototype windows that switch from reflective to clear with the simple addition of a liquid. The new switchable windows are easy to manufacture and could one day keep parked cars cool in the sun or make office buildings more energy efficient.
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Eye On Housing
A recent NAHB study identifies eight senior positions at homebuilding companies that are often to nearly always filled by someone with experience in one or more of the construction trades. Average annual compensation (salary and bonus combined) for each of the eight positions is at least $80,000 — at least $100,000, if the position is Head/Director or above of one of the company’s major functions.
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The Hill
The National Labor Relations Board overruled a controversial Obama-era decision late Thursday, Dec. 14, that put employers potentially on the hook for labor law violations committed by their subcontractors.
In a 3-2 decision, the Republican-controlled board overruled the board’s previous 2015 decision in a case, known as Browning-Ferris, which found a company to be considered a joint-employer with a subcontractor if it has “indirect” control over the terms and conditions of employment or has the “reserved authority to do so.”
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Door & Window Marketing Magazine
A new study from Dodge Data & Analytics reveals the engagement with and impact of two critical trends for improving construction safety — technologies used on jobsites, and the practice of Prevention through Design. The study also shows that general contractors are more likely to use these technologies and practices than trade contractors.
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By Michael J. Berens
 Early forecasts of next year's housing market exhibit trends that will look familiar to builders and realtors. Although they vary somewhat in the details, the forecasts predict yet another year of tight inventories, rising prices and low rates of home ownership. These trends will be ameliorated somewhat, but experts anticipate it will not be until late 2019 or 2020 before the market evens out. First, let's acknowledge the elephant in the room: federal tax reform.
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Renewable Energy Certificates
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Renewable Energy Certificates enable individuals and organizations to channel funds to green power projects, mitigating the impact of their energy use. Read more
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Construction Dive
Construction companies should brace for change.
The 30-plus-year drought since the last tax code overhaul may be finally over as Congress sets out to vote on and place a now-finalized tax bill on President Donald Trump's desk. The bill slashes the corporate tax rate from 35 percent to 21 percent, and also includes massive changes to how income earned or kept offshore is treated. Every industry could see effects — including higher education.
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American Express Open Forum
If you are serious about finding ways to grow your business in 2018, there are some bold actions and investments that you can take now to help accomplish this goal.
Here's where you can start.
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