All Govt & Regulatory Articles

PACCAR Winch recognized as veteran employer
The U.S. Department of Labor named the company as a 2023 HIRE Vets Platinum Medallion Award recipient.
FMCSA examines vehicle safety and maintenance
A new survey and study plans to take a look at what improvements would enhance motor carrier safety. 
How to navigate yearly insurance renewal
Lauren Fronczek discusses tips to streamline the insurance renewal process.
Seeking new standards for highway safety
New legislation in the USA would set standards to ensure trucking companies are licensed, registered and insured. 
Kito Crosby kicks-off ‘Lifting for the Troops’ campaign
From September 1 through October 31, Kito Crosby will donate $500 for every Crosby, Harrington, Acco, and Peerless training event the company hosts in the U.S.
How to maximize your insurance experience
Lauren Fronczek discusses navigating the complexities of commercial insurance.
An update on trucking-related legislation
Proposed trucking bills are making their way through Congress.
US Department of Labor issues heat hazard alert, steps up inspections in construction
The US Department of Labour’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has issued a heat hazard alert to remind employers of their obligation to protect workers against heat illness or injury.
Construction industry takes over Washington, D.C. as sector highlights US$1 trillion value
The Celebration of Construction was hosted by the Association of Equipment Manufacturers (AEM) in partnership with member companies and industry partners
The amendment of Cranes and Derricks in Construction Standard
The Crane & Derricks in Construction Standard was an advocacy effort that required patience and a resolve to get it right. 
What is the origin of SC&RA’s insurance program?
Launched in 1994, the initiative offers crane, rigging and transport companies cost savings and other benefits.
What is the status of the UPT2021 initiative?
Since its founding in 1947, SC&RA has been working on permitting unity and transport regulation harmony among states.
Biden: US infrastructure to be made with US construction materials
At his State of the Union address US President Joe Biden said all federal infrastructure projects would have to use US made materials 
How to navigate heavy haul permitting
Take a closer look at how permitting fits into the successful implementation of a heavy haul project.
US$2.1 billion to improve bridges in the US
The Biden-Harris administration has announced that the money will be used to improve four nationally significant bridges
Seizing the infrastructure opportunity
Now is the time to prepare your company for an impending rise in demand as a result of a surge in infrastructure spending
CHIPS Act set to benefit American manufacturers
In August 2022, Congress passed the Creating Helpful Incentives to Produce Semiconductors (CHIPS) Act – a $280 billion investment in advanced manufacturing, research and technology.
Kobelco suspends some machine sales in Europe
Temporary stop on certain crane and excavator sales due to Hino engine emission certification issue
SC&RA’s insurance platform delivers mutual value
SC&RA renewed its agreement with the two endorsed market partners of its Property & Casualty Insurance Platform.
Call for US to end tariffs on materials
Construction employment and spending up again in US, but tariffs could halt progress
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