Tag: Congress

A stationary plant can support longer conveyor systems due to the site’s permanent structure. Photo: P&Q staff

Producers, suppliers adapting on the fly successfully

December 21, 2020 By

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.

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Dodge economist discusses likelihood of a big 2021 infrastructure bill

December 18, 2020 By and

Dodge Data & Analytics’ Richard Branch shares his expectations for an infrastructure bill and what kind of federal funding might ultimately be ahead.

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Duff: Having a functioning Congress is a big key

October 21, 2020 By

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.

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Scepaniak: Looking for emphasis on roads, bridges in a candidate

October 15, 2020 By

Congressional races are also key in this year’s election, writes Wm. D. Scepaniak’s John Scepaniak.

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Johnson: Opportunities ahead with the next Congress

October 9, 2020 By

The National Stone, Sand & Gravel Association’s Michael Johnson reflects on the upcoming election, detailing what’s ahead for his organization and the 117th Congress.

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How construction employment is faring in America’s cities

October 2, 2020 By

According to an Associated General Contractors of America analysis of new government data, construction employment decreased in 67 percent of metro areas in the past year.

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Sure, New York City traffic is horrible. But eliminating cars from New York City roads and expecting other U.S. cities to adopt the Big Apple's model is quite the stretch. Photo: Bim/iStock / Getty Images Plus/Getty Images

Continuing resolution extends federal surface transportation funding

October 1, 2020 By

With the FAST Act set to expire Sept. 30, President Trump signed a continuing resolution to keep surface transportation programs, as well as other critical programs, funded.

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Says Dan Johnson of The Concrete Co.: “If the current administration gets another term alongside a Republican Congress, I think we’d still get infrastructure spending because the president has made it a priority.” Photo: PamElla Lee Photography

Johnson: Bailing out the states not necessarily the solution

September 4, 2020 By

The Concrete Company’s Dan Johnson welcomes more funding to support demand, but figuring out a fair-for-all approach is no easy task.

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Congress passes coronavirus stimulus bill, businesses to see relief

March 27, 2020 By

The largest stimulus package in U.S. history made its way through Congress and to the president’s desk, where it was signed Friday.

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