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Workers on a public transportation construction project as Congress considers temporary federal funding.

Stopgap Funding Bill Advances With Major Transit and Rail Cuts

A temporary federal funding measure is moving through Congress as lawmakers work to prevent a government shutdown, but transportation advocates are warning that proposed reductions to transit and passenger rail funding could create problems for projects across the country. The U.S. House of Representatives passed the continuing resolution Tuesday in

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Construction workers collaborating on a commercial jobsite as contractors expand workforce recruitment efforts.

Contractors Look Beyond Traditional Labor Pools to Address Construction Workforce Shortages

Construction companies facing persistent labor shortages may need to rethink how they recruit, with industry leaders urging contractors to remove practical barriers that prevent people from entering the workforce. During Construction Dive’s recent virtual event, “Courting Construction: Recruiting and Retaining Top Talent,” panelists discussed ways contractors can reach workers in

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Texas State Capitol building in Austin, Texas.

Texas Approves $138B Transportation Plan for Next Decade

Texas is preparing for a major expansion of transportation infrastructure spending, with state officials approving a 10-year program that will direct approximately $138 billion toward roads, transit and other transportation improvements. The Texas Transportation Commission approved the Texas Department of Transportation’s 2027 Unified Transportation Program, establishing the framework for transportation

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