Prevailing Wage Modification for Electricians and Cable Splicers

The California Department of Industrial Relations issued a notice modifying the prevailing wage determinations for electricians and cable splicers. The modification adjusts a predetermined increase effective March 1, 2017, for specific crafts and localities within Fresno, Kings, Madera, and Tulare Counties.

Cable Splicer Wage Modification in Orange County

The California Department of Industrial Relations has issued a notice modifying the prevailing wage determination for Cable Splicers (3rd Shift) in Orange County. The predetermined wage increase effective February 27, 2017, has been slightly reduced from $0.60 to $0.57 per hour.

California Prevailing Wage Determination Corrections

The California Department of Industrial Relations issued a notice correcting footnotes on prevailing wage determinations for Sheet Metal Workers in Alpine, Calaveras, and San Joaquin counties. These corrections clarify overtime rate application for specific determinations.

DWC Adjusts Hospital Outpatient and ASC Fee Schedules

The California Division of Workers’ Compensation (DWC) has posted adjustments to the Hospital Outpatient Departments and Ambulatory Surgical Centers section of the Official Medical Fee Schedule (OMFS). These changes conform to updates in the Medicare payment system and take effect on March 1, 2026.

DWC Adjusts Official Medical Fee Schedule for Physician/Non-Physician Practitioner Services

The California Division of Workers’ Compensation (DWC) has posted an order adjusting the Official Medical Fee Schedule (OMFS) for Physician and Non-Physician Practitioner Services. These adjustments, effective for services rendered on or after March 1, 2026, conform to 2026 Medicare payment system changes.

Liz Thompson Receives Sally Laughlin Award for Conservation

The Vermont Agency of Natural Resources (ANR) announced Liz Thompson as the recipient of the 2025 Sally Laughlin Award for her significant contributions to land and biodiversity conservation in Vermont. Thompson is recognized for her extensive work with various conservation organizations and her role in shaping state conservation policies and educational programs.

Vermont Housing Crisis and Executive Order on Development

Vermont's Agency of Natural Resources and Department of Public Service issued a notice highlighting the state's housing crisis, requiring 30,000 new homes by 2030. Governor Scott's Executive Order aims to accelerate development timelines and reduce costs through regulatory reforms, facing opposition from some environmental groups.

Vermont ANR Fines MAX LLC for Underground Storage Tank Violations

The Vermont Agency of Natural Resources Department of Environmental Conservation has fined MAX LLC $8,250 for multiple violations of Underground Storage Tank Rules at its Brattleboro gas station. The violations included issues with spill containment, labeling, and failure to report suspected releases, leading to a temporary halt in fuel deliveries.

Agri-Mark Fined $60,000 for Wastewater Permit Violations

The Vermont Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) fined Agri-Mark, Inc. $60,000 for multiple violations of its wastewater pretreatment permit at its Middlebury facility. The violations included exceeding biological oxygen demand and pH limits, unpermitted discharges, and reporting failures.

Labor Commissioner Secures $6.175M for Farmworker Wage Violations

The California Labor Commissioner's Office secured a $6.175 million settlement with Alco Harvesting LLC for wage and hour violations affecting over 10,000 farmworkers. The settlement addresses failures to provide paid sick leave information and other wage protections, with funds distributed to affected workers.