Congress
Sponsored: The potential impact of Biden’s Build Back Better infrastructure plan
Is there stomach in Congress for a big 2021 spending plan on infrastructure that would be coming off a $1.9 trillion COVID-19 stimulus bill? Dodge Data & Analytics' Richard Branch weighs in. Keep Reading
Outlook for infrastructure bill remains uncertain
An infrastructure bill could have passed easily in early 2021, but coming after $5 trillion in stimulus spending, its future looks somewhat uncertain. Keep Reading
Construction employment down 61,000 in February 2021
Severe weather compounded falling demand for nonresidential construction projects, the Associated General Contractors of America. Keep Reading
What the industry pathway forward looks like in Washington
With the government in transition, leaders at the National Stone, Sand & Gravel Association share what they expect in working with the Biden administration and the next Congress. Keep Reading
Water infrastructure bill moving to president’s desk
The Senate passed the bill overwhelmingly Tuesday, paving the way for President Trump to reauthorize Army Corps of Engineers projects involving water infrastructure. Keep Reading
Producers, suppliers adapting on the fly successfully
The FAST Act extension was good news for the industry, AMCAST's Vinnie Rocco writes. But finding a long-term solution will be an uphill battle, as the U.S. may be facing COVID-related legislative delays well into 2021. Keep Reading
Dodge economist discusses likelihood of a big 2021 infrastructure bill
Dodge Data & Analytics' Richard Branch shares his expectations for an infrastructure bill and what kind of federal funding might ultimately be ahead. Keep Reading
Duff: Having a functioning Congress is a big key
With the presidential election drawing so much media attention, Duff Quarry's Ross Duff issues a reminder about the importance of congressional races to the aggregate industry. Keep Reading
Scepaniak: Looking for emphasis on roads, bridges in a candidate
Congressional races are also key in this year's election, writes Wm. D. Scepaniak’s John Scepaniak. Keep Reading
