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Debt Ceiling Deal – What it Means for Federal Transportation Spending
President Biden and House Speaker Kevin McCarthy (R-Calif.) May 27 announced an agreement to extend the federal debt limit through the 2024 elections and set defense and non-defense spending limits for Fiscal Years (FY) 2024 and 2025. The legislation will go before...
Prop 411 Ribbon Cutting
The City of Tucson asked voters to extend the existing temporary half-cent sales tax for an additional 10 years. This extension does not increase the City’s current sales tax rate of 2.6%. The funds collected through the half-cent sales tax over the 10-year period...
Buy America Survey
ARTBA and AGC of America are collaborating on a survey for contractors addressing current Buy America issues. Numerous federal agencies continue seeking industry input as they implement current Buy America policies, so your feedback will help us advocate for you....
Arizona 811 FREE 2023 VIRTUAL Damage Prevention & Safety Seminars
You don't want to miss this FREE TRAINING OPPORTUNITY! Please find below important information about Arizona 811’s upcoming FREE 2023 VIRTUAL Damage Prevention & Safety Seminars. All contractors, excavation personnel, safety managers, trainers, forepersons,...
Building for Tomorrow
In May 2006, Pima County voters approved a half-cent excise (sales) tax to fund a 20-year regional transportation plan. The Regional Transportation Authority (RTA) has completed more than $1.4 billion in regional transportation improvements through this funding...