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N.Y. State Power Authority Renewable Energy Conferral Report Published Today
WHITE PLAINS, New York, Dec. 1 -- The New York State Power Authority issued the following news release on Nov. 30, 2023:

The New York Power Authority (NYPA) today published its first Conferral Report growing out of an annual stakeholder conferral process called for in legislation included in the 2023-24 Enacted State Budget. A copy of the report may be accessed here on the NYPA website. The Conferral Report discusses the State's progress toward meeting the targets established in the State's Climate Leadership and Community Protection Act (CLCPA or the Climate Act), and the timing impacts of the ... Show Full Article

N.Y. PSC Issues Order Determining Penalty Involving Edwin & Sons Home Improvement
ALBANY, New York, Dec. 1 -- The New York State Public Service Commission issued the following order determining penalty (Case No. 23-G-0560) on Nov. 30, 2023:

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In the Matter of an Enforcement Proceeding Against Edwin & Sons Home Improvement Corp for Alleged Violations of 16 NYCRR Part 753 - Protection of Underground Facilities, in the Service Territory of KeySpan Gas East Corporation d/b/a National Grid.

ORDER DETERMINING PENALTY AND DIRECTING PAYMENT

BY THE COMMISSION:

BACKGROUND

On May 8, 2023, while replacing a driveway at 561 Lincoln Avenue, Lindenhurst, New York, Edwin & Sons Home ... Show Full Article

N.Y. PSC Issues Order Adopting Terms of Consent Order Agreement Involving St. Onge Landscaping
ALBANY, New York, Dec. 1 -- The New York State Public Service Commission issued the following order adopting terms of consent order agreement (Case No. 23-G-0580) on Nov. 30, 2023:

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In the Matter of an Enforcement Proceeding Against St. Onge Landscaping for Alleged Violations of 16 NYCRR Part 753 - Protection of Underground Facilities, in the Service Territory of Niagara Mohawk Power Corporation, d/b/a National Grid.

ORDER ADOPTING TERMS OF CONSENT ORDER AGREEMENT

BY THE COMMISSION:

INTRODUCTION

On April 10, 2023, St. Onge Landscaping (or Respondent)/1 was using mechanized equipment ... Show Full Article

N.M. Economic Development Dept.: Two More Manufacturers Pick New Mexico Borderplex For Expansion
SANTA TERESA, New Mexico, Dec. 1 -- The New Mexico Department of Economic Development issued the following news release on Nov. 30, 2023:

The New Mexico Economic Development Department announced today that two more companies have been awarded state economic assistance to boost manufacturing expansions and create jobs at New Mexico's international Borderplex in Santa Teresa.

The newest additions to Santa Teresa are Coast Aluminum (https://coastaluminum.com/) and Monti Inc. (https://monti-inc.com/)

Investing in New Mexico's international border to improve infrastructure and expand global trade ... Show Full Article

Ill. House Democrats: Ammons Highlights IDOT Workshops for Minority-Owned Businesses
SPRINGFIELD, Illinois, Dec. 1 -- The Illinois House Democrats issued the following news release:

State Rep. Carol Ammons, D-Urbana, is highlighting workshops from the Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) open to businesses owned and operated by people of color throughout the month of December.

"Minority business owners have always faced an uphill battle when it comes to starting and maintaining a business," Ammons said. "IDOT is helping make sure Disadvantaged Business Enterprises are treated equitably and are able to realize their full potential. These workshops will ensure that clear, ... Show Full Article

Department of Health Alerts Pennsylvanians About Possible Lead Exposure From Children's Stainless Steel Cups
HARRISBURG, Pennsylvania, Dec. 1 -- The Pennsylvania Department of Health issued the following news:

The Pennsylvania Department of Health is alerting parents and caregivers about the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission's recall of PandaEar , LAOION,and Green Sprouts Stainless Steel Bottles and Cups because their lead levels exceed the federal content ban.

"Lead can be harmful if ingested, especially for a young child," said Acting Secretary of Health Dr. Debra Bogen. "With a product that holds food or drink, like the recalled cups, there is an increased risk of lead getting from the product ... Show Full Article

Ariz. Gov. Hobbs' Bipartisan Water Policy Council Delivers Critical Recommendations to Protect Arizona's Water Security
PHOENIX, Arizona, Dec. 1 -- Gov. Katie Hobbs, D-Arizona, issued the following news release on Nov. 29, 2023:

Today, the Governor's Water Policy Council submitted a suite of recommendations to Governor Hobbs to protect the state's water future and address challenges in urban and rural Arizona.

The Council's submission includes proposals to close loopholes to protect consumers throughout Arizona and improve Arizona's Assured Water Supply Program to promote sustainable growth and responsible groundwater usage in urban areas. The Council has also proposed reforms to groundwater management in rural ... Show Full Article