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Feature In This Issue New This Week Newsletter Water 

New Project Provides City with Contingency Plan

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Water: an eternal vital resource, and an unavoidable necessity in times of emergency By Hanna Heiss On the verge of

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Environment In This Issue New This Week Newsletter Water 

The Signing Of The Bipartisan Infrastructure Law was Historic

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Our work is just getting started By Radhika Fox The Bipartisan Infrastructure Law recognizes how essential water is to public

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In This Issue New This Week Newsletter Water Water Solutions 

Preparing for Drought

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Phoenix’s Drought Pipeline Project By Troy Hayes The current megadrought in the southwest has forced cities to take extraordinary steps

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Featured Interview In This Issue New This Week 

The AI Interview: Dennis Truax, President, American Society of Civil Engineers

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ASCE President shares his thoughts on the future of infrastructure American Infrastructure: For readers who don’t already know, what is

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In This Issue New This Week 

Editor’s Note May/June 2022

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Dear Readers in print and online, Welcome to the May/June issue of American Infrastructure! It’s hard to believe that we

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New This Week Newsletter 

U.S. Department of Labor Initiatives Promote ‘Safety’ of Industry Workers’ Wages During National Construction Safety Week

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Fueled by Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, construction activity heightens need for compliance WASHINGTON – Hard-working people in the construction industry in the

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Infrastructure New This Week Newsletter Technology 

Panic Rises with Anticipated Russian Cyberattack On US Infrastructure

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With the invasion of Ukraine, critical infrastructure owners need to prepare for possible Russian cyberattack on US infrastructure. According to

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Infrastructure New This Week Newsletter Transportation 

US Department of Transportation Approves $2.9BN for Infrastructure Projects

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Through three discretionary grant programs, the US department of Transportation offers $2.9BN for infrastructure projects. According to the International Railway

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Infrastructure New This Week Newsletter 

2022’s States with the Best Taxpayer ROI Based on Infrastructure

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WalletHub recently released a study of the best and worst states when it comes to return on taxpayer investment. The

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New This Week Newsletter Water 

EPA grants $52 million for drinking water, wastewater infrastructure improvements

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SEATTLE — The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency announced it will help fund Washington’s $22 million plan for key drinking water

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Infrastructure New This Week Newsletter 

Russian Hackers Probing U.S. Energy Companies’ Networks, FBI Warns

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The FBI warned energy partners that Russian hackers have been scanning the networks of at least five major companies. They

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Infrastructure New This Week Newsletter 

DOT Secretary Says $2.9B in Grants Will Go to States and Cities

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According to CNBC, Department of Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg said that the administration was, “ready to dole out $2.9 billion

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Infrastructure New This Week Newsletter 

President Biden Signs Cyber Incident Reporting for Critical Infrastructure Act

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President Joe Biden signed the Cyber Incident Reporting for Critical Infrastructure Act of 2022 (the “Act”), which creates a new

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New This Week Newsletter Transportation Water 

U.S. Coast Guard Releases Spending Plan for Infrastructure Bill Funding

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The U.S. Coast Guard (USCG) released a spending plan for funding received from the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA).

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Energy Environment New This Week Newsletter 

Johnson Controls Prepares Channel Partners for DOE 2023 Efficiency Regulations

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MILWAUKEE – (March 15, 2022) – Johnson Controls, the global leader for smart, healthy and sustainable buildings is preparing distributors and contractors

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Infrastructure Newsletter Technology 

U.S. Senate Unanimously Passes Cybersecurity Bill

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Cybersecurity attacks continue to loom over the U.S. as Russia’s attack on Ukraine continues. The Strengthening American Cybersecurity Act of

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Environment In This Issue New This Week Newsletter Water 

The Water Environment Federation Stormwater Institute

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Stormwater Infrastructure in the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act By Steve Dye The Water Environment Federation (WEF) Stormwater Institute (SWI)

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In This Issue Infrastructure New This Week 

Meet the American Society of Civil Engineers

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Reimagining the future  The American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) represents more than 150,000 members of the civil engineering profession

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In This Issue Infrastructure New This Week 

Meet APWA: The Voice of Public Works

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By Scott Grayson What does a worker filling a pothole, a designer planning a new city facility, and a director

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Infrastructure Newsletter Technology 

Security Giants Launch Critical Infrastructure Defense Project

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Since Russia’s attack on Ukraine, three giants of the cloud security and identity authentication worlds have partnered to launch the

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In This Issue New This Week 

Editor’s Note: March/April 2022

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Dear Readers in print and online, I am pleased to welcome you to our March/April issue of American Infrastructure. This

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New This Week Newsletter 

NLC CEO Reacts to President Biden’s State of the Union

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WASHINGTON, D.C.  – National League of Cities (NLC) CEO and Executive Director Clarence E. Anthony issued the following statement in response to

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In This Issue 

Publisher’s Note: March/April 2022

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Hello Readers in print and online, Welcome to the March/April issue of American Infrastructure. This month we present to you

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In This Issue Industry Observations New This Week 

Funding Provides Hope for the Nation

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As spring approaches, infrastructure is about to receive major funding By Aurielle Weiss Since the passage of the Infrastructure Investment

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Inflation May Impact $1 Trillion Infrastructure Law

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With interest rates and inflation rising due to supply and shipping issues, local government worries that the infrastructure bill funding

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Infrastructure Newsletter Technology 

Russian Cyberattacks Pose a Threat to the Nation’s Infrastructure

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America’s old and weak infrastructure isn’t just a matter of politics. A years long failure to update America’s infrastructure has put

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Infrastructure 

Measuring Digital Infrastructure to Maximize Development Outcomes and Mitigate Risks

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According to a Brookings article, Digitization has the potential to create new pathways out of poverty and empower people in

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States Want to Decide How to Spend Infrastructure

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According to the CT Mirror, state and local leaders from both parties are at odds with the Biden administration over

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Energy Infrastructure Newsletter Technology 

IIJA’s Impact on the Energy and Technology Industries

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The Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA) was created to allocate $1.2 trillion of federal funding for all infrastructure related

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Newsletter 

Elizabeth (NJ) Mayor Christian Bollwage Testifies on Brownfield Sites Before Congress

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WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, Elizabeth (NJ) Mayor Christian Bollwage testified on behalf of the U.S. Conference of Mayors and the National

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Newsletter Transportation 

Rail Industry Approves of the New Infrastructure Law

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President Biden’s Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA) is providing $1.2 trillion in funding for all infrastructure related projects. According

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Infrastructure Newsletter 

The Best Highways In America

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According to the Reason Foundation’s Annual Highway Report, North Dakota has the best overall highway performance ranking. In an article from

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Newsletter Transportation 

America’s Bridges Are Falling Apart Faster Than Expected

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A new report by the American Road & Transportation Builders Association (ARTBA) finds that 36% or about a third of

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Environment Newsletter 

CalPlant Honored with Global Awards in Top Manufacturing

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Sustainable MDF brand receives multiple awards for its flagship product Eureka™  WILLOWS, Calif. (Feb. 4, 2022) – CalPlant, manufacturer of Eureka™

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Newsletter 

Infrastructure Law: A Chance To Build With Clean Materials

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With the introduction of the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA), record amounts of money are going towards transportation, making

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Uncategorized 

Vacuum Sewer Truck: Optimize Cleaning Performance with the Right Accessories

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Selecting the correct accessories will maximize cleaning while minimizing water use, tank refills, labor, and headaches. For sewer pipe maintenance

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More than Half of State and Local Government Employees Contemplating Leaving Their Jobs Due to the Ongoing COVID-19 Pandemic

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 “We’re teetering on the brink of a public sector workforce crisis” WASHINGTON, D.C., January 27, 2022 – As state and local

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Energy Newsletter Transportation 

Harvey Gulf Selects SailPlan to Optimize Fleet Emissions as Part of Its NetZero Strategy

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RESTON, Va., Jan. 24, 2022 /PRNewswire/ — SailPlan, the maritime cleantech company that reduces ship emissions and saves companies time

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Energy Newsletter 

Greencore Has Selected Advanced Battery Concepts’ Energy Storage Systems For Its Planned Network Of 10,000+ Solar EV Charging Plazas

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CLARE, Mich., Jan. 24, 2022 /PRNewswire/ — Today, Advanced Battery Concepts, LLC (“ABC”) and GreenCore EV Services LLC (“GreenCore”) announced

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Newsletter Water 

SBP Releases $450,000 In Grant Funding To Nonprofits Rebuilding In Hurricane Ida Impacted Communities

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Nine nonprofits will work across Orleans, St. John, St. James, LaFourche, Tangipahoa, Jefferson, Plaquemines and Terrebonne Parishes. NEW ORLEANS, Jan. 14,

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Newsletter Transportation 

Third Cruise Line Signs Port Agreement with State of Hawaii

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The World Residences at Sea inks agreement with multiple state agencies. HONOLULU – The Hawaii Department of Transportation (HDOT) Harbors

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Feature In This Issue 

City Yard Renovation is Design Conscious

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Santa Monica city workers receive new building and equipment. By Aurielle Weiss  The Santa Monica City Yards have been around

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Newsletter 

Rinnai Joins the American Society of Plumbing Engineers 2022 Affiliate Sponsor 

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Company deepens connection to core audience base through concerted national collaboration    PEACHTREE CITY, Ga. (January 13, 2022) – For many plumbing engineers Rinnai

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Newsletter Technology 

Construction AI Software Gets Boost with New Features

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Togal.ai now automatically classifies wall types and compares drawing versions MIAMI, Fla. – As demand for new construction continues to increase,

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Infrastructure Newsletter 

New Survey Finds Persistent Supply Chain Problems Deeply Impacted Chemical Manufacturers

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WASHINGTON, Jan. 10, 2022 /PRNewswire/ — U.S. chemical manufacturers reported that persistent, and in some cases worsening, supply chain problems had a

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Feature In This Issue New This Week 

Project Profile: Washington Bridge North Project

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Washington Bridge Project Addresses Several Structural Deficiencies By Camille Manaloto With infrastructure on the minds of millions, improving our citys’

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Governor's Message In This Issue New This Week 

Innovation is Key to Missouri’s Transportation Funding Success

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New contributions will allocate millions for Missouri’s infrastructure. By Governor Michael L. Parson Infrastructure has been a top priority for

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In This Issue New This Week 

Publisher’s Note: January 2022

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Hello Readers in print and online, A very happy new year to you and your team. What sort of year

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Featured Interview In This Issue New This Week 

The AI Interview: Clarence E. Anthony, CEO and Executive Director, National League of Cities

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NLC CEO discusses the importance of local government. American Infrastructure: For our readers who might not already know, talk about

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In This Issue Infrastructure 

The Trillion Dollar Promise

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Delivering the Infrastructure Improvement and Jobs Act. By Si Katara   Last year’s passage of the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA) set

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Newsletter 

NAHB Mourns the Passing of Former Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid

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Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid, Nevada’s longest-serving senator, died yesterday after battling pancreatic cancer. He was 82. “Throughout his long

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In This Issue New This Week 

Infrastructure Fit for the Future

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Oregon is making historic once-in-a-lifetime infrastructure investments to create an equitable, resilient, and greener future. By Governor Kate Brown Since

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Newsletter 

FAA Allocates Funding for Airports from Infrastructure Law

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The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) announced an award of $2.89 billion to 3,075 airports in the U.S. from the bipartisan

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Newsletter Water 

Infrastructure Bill to Aid US Tribes with Water, Plumbing

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For decades, Native Americans have felt neglected by the government. Many tribes have inadequate plumbing and some even lack indoor

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Newsletter 

Coalition Letter on the Resilient AMERICA Act

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The Chamber of Commerce released a letter to Nancy Pelosi and Kevin McCarthy. The undersigned organizations support H.R. 5689, the

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Newsletter 

Superfund Sites to Receive Bipartisan Infrastructure Law Funding

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According to an announcement from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), they plan to fund new cleanup projects. 49 Superfund

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Infrastructure Newsletter 

Sens. Blunt, Warner Reintroduce REPAIR Act to Improve U.S. Infrastructure

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Senators Ron Warren (R-MO) and Mark Warner (D-VA) reintroduced the Reinventing Economic Partnerships and Infrastructure Redevelopment (REPAIR) Act on Thursday.

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Newsletter 

White House Plans to Replace Every Lead Pipe in the U.S.

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Vice President Kamala Harris revealed the White House’s plan to replace all lead pipes in the country. With each pipe

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Infrastructure Newsletter 

Why The U.S. Infrastructure Crisis Will Get Worse Before It Gets Better

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With a grade of C- for the American Society of Civil Engineers, infrastructure in the U.S. definitely needs work. With

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Featured Interview In This Issue New This Week 

The AI Interview: Scott D. Grayson, CAE, Chief Executive Officer, APWA

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APWA CEO addresses infrastructure needs in the U.S. American Infrastructure: Tell me about APWA and its philosophy.  Scott Grayson: APWA’s

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Newsletter 

Connected Nation Congratulates Jessica Rosenworcel on her Senate Confirmation as Permanent FCC Chair

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Washington, DC (December 8, 2021) – Tom Ferree, Chairman & CEO of Connected Nation, issued the following statement congratulating Federal

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Newsletter 

HDR Promotes Cathy LaFata to Transportation Equity Director

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New Position Continues Commitment to Equity in Transportation OMAHA, Neb. — HDR’s Cathy LaFata has taken on a new role

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Infrastructure Newsletter 

Hawaii DOT Prioritizes Productivity with Agency-Wide Adoption of HeadLight

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Agency joins 16 state DOTs already leveraging HeadLight’s visual-based inspection technology to streamline infrastructure construction and maintenance SEATTLE – December 8, 2021

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In This Issue Infrastructure New This Week 

Changing Times for the Construction Industry

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Although the supply chain is unstable, funding has expanded. By Mary Scott Nabers  What a difference a short period of

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In This Issue New This Week 

Editor’s Note: November/December 2021

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Dear Readers in print and online, Happy Holidays, and welcome to the November/December issue of American Infrastructure Magazine. This month

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Newsletter 

Major Wins for Workers in the Bipartisan Infrastructure Package

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Biden’s bipartisan infrastructure bill will not only improve the nation’s infrastructure, but create thousands of jobs for Americans. According to

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Newsletter 

Cities are Turning Old Office Buildings into Apartments

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In a trend that began in the 2010s, cities are converting unused office buildings into apartments. This trend has picked

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Newsletter 

Infrastructure Bill to Spend $65B In Broadband to Close Digital Divide

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The new infrastructure bill is setting aside $65 billion dollars to broadband infrastructure deployment making it one of the most

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Newsletter 

House Passes Biden’s Build Back Better Bill

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The House narrowly passed President Biden’s $2.2 trillion spending plan in a 220 to 213 vote on Friday. “Under this

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Infrastructure Newsletter 

APWA Joins President Biden for Signing of Bipartisan Infrastructure Bill

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Washington D.C.—The nation’s largest organization of public works professionals visited the White House to see President Joe Biden sign into

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Infrastructure Newsletter 

Cities Ready to Rebuild as Infrastructure Bill Signed into Law

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NLC leadership attend White House signing ceremony for historic bipartisan bill. WASHINGTON, D.C. – On Monday, November 15, National League

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Newsletter 

U.S. Justice Dept Launches Environmental Probe Into Alabama Wastewater Disposal

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The inquiry, which will be led by the Justice Department’s Civil Rights Division, will focus on the Alabama Department of

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Newsletter 

As Cities Grow, Wastewater Recycling Gets Another Look

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More places around the U.S. are eyeing the practice of recycling wastewater for reuse in homes and businesses as tap

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Newsletter 

Number of U.S. Electric Vehicles Grows From 16K to 2M in 10 Years

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A 2021 report finds that if US wind, solar, and geothermal power continue to grow at the same 15% annual

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Newsletter 

Georgia May Finally Get High-Speed Rail System Via Infrastructure Bill

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Sen. Jon Ossoff’s office says a study has been drafted for the Atlanta-Savannah rail line… Read More 13 WMAZ https://www.13wmaz.com/article/news/local/infrastructure-bill-could-make-way-for-high-speed

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Oklahoma Ranks Second in Wind Power Production Growth

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Oklahoma is among the most improved states in wind energy production growth, second only to Texas… Read More KGOU https://www.kgou.org/energy/2021-11-10/new-report-shows-oklahoma-ranks-second-in-wind-power-production-growth

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Looking Into the Smart Cities Movement

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This series looks into the past, present and future of smart cities through the perspectives of 15 of the largest

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Newsletter 

What’s to Come of the Infrastructure Bill

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Late Friday, November 5th, the House of Representatives passed the Senate version of the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA).

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Newsletter 

DOE Announces $45M in Carbon Storage Technologies for Building Materials

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In an article by Energy.gov, The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) announced up to $45 million to support the development of

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Infrastructure Newsletter 

CSII Celebrates Unprecedented Investment to Modernize Nation’s Infrastructure

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CSII looks forward to working with our industry to unleash the promise of proven technologies to build a 21st century

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NEWS Newsletter 

Democrats Make Progress on Spending Bill

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Although democrats are still receiving push back from moderates, they are continuing to make progress on both the spending and

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NEWS Newsletter 

Buttigieg Addresses Infrastructure

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U.S. Transportation Secretary, Pete Buttigieg appeared on Fox News to speak on the infrastructure and social spending bills trying to

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Newsletter 

Environmental Impact Bonds are Funding Green Infrastructure

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In 2016, DC Water issued the first ever environmental impact bond to pay for green stormwater solutions. It was a

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Newsletter 

Progressives Strike Deal on Infrastructure Bill

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House Progressives are striking a deal with democrats to vote on the infrastructure bill. If the Senate promises to pass

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NEWS Newsletter 

Infrastructure Bill Could Help Supply Chain Crisis

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With hundreds of shipping containers sitting on boats off the coast, the supply chain crisis in the U.S. is in

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NEWS Newsletter 

Buttigeig: Infrastructure Bill Could Alleviate Supply Chain Issues

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Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg said on Sunday that supply chain issues will continue into 2022. But he says that the

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Uncategorized 

Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act Provides Grant Funding for Local Government

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In August, the Senate passed the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA) which would provide funding for transportation, water, power

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New This Week Newsletter 

Debt Limit Increase Approved Through December

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On Tuesday, the House of Representatives voted to increase the debt limit by $480 billion through December. According to an

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Infrastructure Newsletter 

Infrastructure Bill Dependent on Debt Ceiling

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According to an article by NPR, both the reconciliation bill and the infrastructure bill are dependent on the debt limit.

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Newsletter 

Pelosi Shifts Infrastructure Deadline to October 31

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In a letter to House Democrats, House speaker Nancy Pelosi moved the deadline for the bipartisan infrastructure bill once again.

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New This Week NEWS Newsletter 

Pelosi Still Plans for House Vote on Infrastructure Bill

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House Speaker Nancy Pelosi on Thursday morning said she still is planning to have the U.S. House of Representatives vote

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NEWS Newsletter 

Infrastructure Bill May Depend on Larger Reconciliation Bill

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Last month, the Senate passed a bipartisan bill to authorize $550 billion in new spending on surface transportation measures like

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Feature In This Issue Transportation 

Widening Roads for Future Growth

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I-70 in the Denver metro area required highway expansion to continue to serve the connected communities and enhance commuter daily

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Energy Newsletter 

Biden Nominates Two Candidates for DOE

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The White House released an official statement, where President Biden nominated two candidates for positions in the Department of Energy.

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Feature In This Issue New This Week 

Road Construction Expands into Community Enrichment

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Orange County Public Works partnered with the City of Costa Mesa to reconstruct roadway pavements, improve water-drainage and create an

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Uncategorized 

Missouri Testing Asphalt Made of Single-Use Plastic

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According to a Forbes Article, Engineers at the University of Missouri are working with the state Department of Transportation to

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Uncategorized 

Infrastructure Bill to Create Pathways for Women To Enter Construction Trades

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According to an article from the Center for American Progress, the bipartisan infrastructure bill is estimated to create 11 million

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Newsletter 

Congress May Miss Deadline for Infrastructure Bill

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House Speaker Nancy Pelosi set a date of Sept.  27 to vote on the $1 trillion bipartisan infrastructure bill that

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Energy Newsletter 

DOE to Invest $10M to Optimize Energy Consumption

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According to an article published on Daily Energy Insider, the United States Department of Energy’s Office of Fossil Energy and

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