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Funding

Virginia OKs Gas Tax Increase

The state last changed its gas tax formula in 2013, eliminating a per-gallon tax at the pump

March 6, 2020

Gas tax revenue has steadily declined in recent years, limiting the state’s ability to keep pace with road and bridge maintenance needs.

Construction Workforce

Construction Jobs Growth Stays Strong, 42,000 Gain in Feb.

Report , based on mid-Feb. data, doesn't seem to reflect possible impacts of coronavirus.

Tom Ichniowski

March 6, 2020

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All construction sectors added jobs in Feb., led by specialty trade contractors segment.

American Airlines Announces Record Investment in Maintenance Facility

Louise Poirier

March 5, 2020

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Construction of $550M hangar and base support building in Tulsa is set to begin in early 2021 and take 18 months to complete.

Bechtel Named EPC Contractor on Sempra’s Port Arthur LNG Project

Louise Poirier

March 5, 2020

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The project will be located on nearly 3,000 acres of land along three miles of the Sabine-Neches waterway and could become one of the largest LNG export projects in North America.

Projects

Coronavirus Chills Nepal Infrastructure Construction

The disease has also curtailed work on more than hydroelectric projects

Jim Parsons

March 5, 2020

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The effects of more than 300 absent Chinese workers and supply-chain disruptions in both materials and equipment have affected several projects.

Finance

Massachusetts OKs Fuel Tax Increase

Measure in House calls for 5-cent hike in state’s gasoline tax and 9-cent boost in diesel fuel levy.

Jim Parsons

March 5, 2020

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Legislation would increase funds for road and bridge maintenance and preserve mandated annual transfer of $160 million for projects overseen by the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority.

Safety

Driver Charged in NC Highway Worker Deaths

The impact pinned the three workers against the other parked vehicle, killing them instantly.

Jim Parsons

March 5, 2020

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The three workers were reportedly standing between two parked construction vehicles, one of which was equipped with a flashing lights and an illuminated arrow board indicating a lane closure.