Category: Legislative Updates

WRDA 2022 Passes Out of Committee on a Bipartisan Vote, Heads to House Floor

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The House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure voted last week to advance the Water Resources Development Act of 2022 (WRDA) out of committee, and it now heads to the House floor for a vote. This legislation provides authority for the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (Corps) to carry out water resources development projects and studies. Passing WRDA is key to preserving our nation’s economy, strengthening U.S. and international commerce, protecting our communities and businesses, and maintaining our quality of life.


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Contractors Warn of Challenges with Proposed Buy America Requirements

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The Associated General Contractors of America recently stated its concerns with expanded Buy America regulations. In a statement, AGC of America stated it supports sensible efforts to effectively incentivize the growth of America’s domestic manufacturing capacity. Instead, the Biden administration is doubling down on failed procurement policies with its new Buy America mandate. This is the kind of red tape initiative that undermines American’s confidence in the federal governments’ ability to effectively use their tax dollars.


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In Case You Missed It – Congress Approves Increased Funding for Conservation

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The fiscal year (FY) 2022 omnibus appropriations package, which includes considerable increases to conservation investment, was signed into law last month by President Biden. The National Association of Conservation Districts (NACD) applauded the U.S. House of Representatives and the U.S. Senate, as well as President Biden, for recognizing the importance of conservation and environmental protection programs and is pleased to see the package includes increased funding for these crucial programs.


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House Transportation Leader Reflects on Historic Infrastructure Bill

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Over his years in office, Rep. Peter DeFazio has become one of the staunchest proponents for increasing federal dollars to repair and modernize the nation’s infrastructure.

As chairman of the Transportation and Infrastructure Committee in the U.S. House of Representatives, DeFazio was instrumental during the lengthy legislative negotiations that culminated in the $1 trillion Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act that President Joe Biden signed in November. As he looks toward wrapping up his career in Congress — DeFazio is not seeking reelection this fall — he listed the sweeping legislative package among his achievements.


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