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• Certain energy incentives extended through 2016 – including Section 179D expensing of certain lighting, heating and cooling improvements to business property.


The law also delayed from 2018 to 2020, the implementation of the so- called “Cadillac” tax in the Affordable Care Act (Obamacare).


Hazard Communication Standard: Safety Data Sheets (SDS) Replace Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS)


s reported previously, the Hazard Communication Standard (HCS), revised in 2012, requires that the chem- ical manufacturer, distributor,


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importer provide Safety Data Sheets (SDSs) (formerly MSDSs or Material Safety Data Sheets) for each hazardous chemical to downstream users to com- municate information on these hazards. The information contained in the SDS is largely the same as the MSDS, except now the SDSs are required to be pre- sented in a consistent user-friendly, 16- section format.


Employers must ensure that the SDSs are readily accessible to employees for all hazardous chemicals in their work-


place. This may be done in many ways. For example, employers may keep the SDSs in a binder or on computers as long as the employees have immediate access to the information without leaving their work area when needed and a back-up is available for rapid access to the SDS in the case of a power outage or other emergency.


Furthermore, employers may want to designate a person(s) responsible for obtaining and maintaining the SDSs. If the employer does not have an SDS, the employer or designated person(s) should contact the manufacturer to obtain one. By June 1, 2016 OSHA expects employers, and everyone else covered by the HazCom Standard, to be in full compliance with the SDS provisions in HazCom. Employers also must update the written HazCom plan as necessary, updating workplace labels as necessary, and training employees on new hazards. ARA has many resources to help its members comply with the new SDS pro- visions. You can log on to ARAUniversity.org to access free training courses on the SDS program or contact ARA’s Safety Committee for information on how you can obtain the new SDSs.


Court Stays New Clean Water Act Rule: EPA Implements Existing Regulation


n November 16, 2015, Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the Department of Army (Civil Works) issued a joint memorandum to their staff directing that the agencies work together to improve implementation of the national Clean Water Act. These joint efforts will be taken under the agencies’ existing reg- ulations and policies and be consistent with the stay of the Clean Water Rule recently issued by the Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals.


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On October 9, 2015, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit stayed the Clean Water Rule nationwide pending further action of the court. EPA and the Department of the Army are fully complying with the stay. In response to this decision, EPA and the Department of Army resumed nationwide use of the agencies’ prior regulations defining the term “waters of the United States.” Those regulations will be implemented as they were prior to August 27, 2015, by applying relevant case law, applicable policy, and the best science and technical data on a case-by-case basis in determining which waters are protected by the Clean Water Act. ARA submitted comments opposing the need for new regulations and will continue to work with EPA and Army staff to educate them on the professional auto- motive recycling industry’s best management practices on managing stormwater dis- charges from their facilities.


Attend ARA’s 2016 Midyear, Legislative Summit and Hill Day Meetings


egistration is underway for the 2016 ARA Mid-Year, Legislative Summit and Hill Day meetings, scheduled from Sunday, April 17th through Tuesday, April 19th. We strongly encourage all ARA members to participate in this cru- cial series of meetings.


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The midyear ARA Board meeting is not to be missed as this is the time when you can learn firsthand all of what ARA has accomplished in recent months. You can also talk with Board members and contribute your thoughts on future agendas.


The Legislative Summit – this year will be the 9th session - is always a success and provides a venue for you: to share with your colleagues the legislative issues confronting you at the state level; to highlight/recognize state trends; and, to exchange ideas and strategies with other affiliate members.


As in recent years, the series of meet- ings ends with the all important Hill Day on Tuesday, the 19th. Those of you who have attended in the past know just how critical it is for Members of Congress to hear from you – profession- al automotive recyclers who can best educate the members on the issues that the Congress can address that will help you grow your business. The need for you to come to Washington to talk with your congressional representatives is now more important than ever. It was only with your help that your ARA staff was able to make great strides in 2015 legislation and obtain legislative lan- guage requiring the automakers to pro- vide public access to OEM parts data. More work is needed however on how this language will be implemented and visits to your Member of Congress are critical to the success of these efforts. ARA staff is preparing talking points on the OEM parts data access issue and other important topics for you to per- sonally deliver to your elected official. Call the ARA office to register for the Midyear, Summit and Hill Day event. 


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