In speech, House Speaker says advocates want to move on the plan and "build, build, build."

While the Environmental Protection Agency has proposed a clean up standard of 70 parts per trillion for some PFAS chemicals, the Environmental Working Group says a safe standard is 1 part per trillion. 

President and top Democrats expected to meet by end of May to discuss infrastructure finance options.

Construction is expected to begin in 2019 as soon as permitting is complete. Project completion is scheduled in 2024.

FY 2020 spending bill has 2% hike for core military construction, 9% boost for major VA projects.

The Massachusetts Gaming Commission ruled on April 30 that Wynn Resorts may maintain its state casino license to open the $2.6-billion Encore Boston Harbor as scheduled on June 23.