Welcome to the Holiday issue of Cardno ENTRIX Excursus. We thought you might be interested in Cardno ENTRIX's examination of some recent government actions that could affect your clients or your business.
We would also like to take this opportunity to wish you and your loved ones a happy and safe holiday season.
New USFWS Regulations for Eagles
The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service has implemented a new rule governing the take of bald and golden eagles. The USFWS has removed the bald eagle from the list of threatened and endangered species under the Federal Endangered Species Act in all areas (except the Sonoran Desert bald eagle population, which remains protected as a threatened species). The Bald and Golden Eagle Protection Act is now the primary law protecting bald and golden eagle populations. These new regulations define a new Preservation Standard and create some of the most biologically complex and stringent permitting rules for take of any species occurring within the United States. (more)
Drywall safety issues: Now an Issue for Domestic Manufacturers and Insurers
A federal investigation into tainted Chinese drywall has recently expanded after homeowners reported similar problems from American-made drywall. The probe, under the auspices of lead agency the Consumer Products Safety Commission, has investigated reports alleging health effects such as respiratory irritation and corrosion of copper materials such as air conditioner evaporator coils. Recent reports from the CPSC, however, indicate that not all of these complaints originate from homes with imported drywall, and in a recent press release, the agency indicates "CPSC is investigating drywall from other sources that may mimic the problems found with Chinese drywall." (more)
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