Equipment World Staff (EQW)HomeCornyn votes in support of Cut, Cap, and Balance ActU.S. Sen. John Cornyn (R-Texas) a member of the Senate Budget Committee, July 22 voted against the motion to table the motion to proceed to H.R. 2560, the Cut, Cap, and Balance Act. After the vote Sen. Cornyn released the following statement: “The Democrat-led Senate’s failure to both produce a budget and pass the […]July 22, 2011SafetyLaHood: $24.3 million in grants to boost Keystone Corridor train Speeds to 125 mphU.S. Transportation Secretary Ray LaHood on July 21 said that work can begin on closing the last three highway-rail grade crossings on the Keystone Corridor with the signing of $24.3 million in grant agreements between the U.S. Department of Transportation and the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. Eliminating the grade crossings, areas where a highway and a […]July 22, 2011Construction EquipmentReames Concrete Company wins monthly Case Community ChallengeCase Construction Equipment named Reames Concrete Company, Valdosta, Ga., as the April winner of the Case Community Challenge. This was officially announced to the media on July 21. This program recognizes construction contractors who support their local communities with significant community service projects.July 21, 2011Contractor Disaster ResourcesTwo VT recovery centers closing, help still availableFederal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) will be closing its temporary offices in Franklin and Orleans Counties, but those affected by this spring’s rains and flooding can continue to get help.July 21, 2011Contractor Disaster ResourcesFEMA: Tennessee declared emergency area, aid availableThe U.S. Department of Homeland Security’s Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has been made federal disaster available to the state and local recovery efforts in the areas in Tennessee struck by severe storms, straight-line winds, tornadoes, and flooding during June 18-24, 2011. Federal funding is available to state and eligible local governments and certain private […]July 21, 2011Contractor Disaster ResourcesFEMA to Mississippi disaster survivors: ‘Appeal ineligibility decision if you think we’re wrong’Some Mississippi disaster survivors may disagree with the Federal Emergency Management Agency's decision (FEMA) about what disaster assistance they can receive. Do not get discouraged if you receive a letter from FEMA indicating you are ineligible. Read the letter carefully -- all the way to the end. It will explain why you were ineligible and what you can do to change that. Ask questions and ask for help if needed.July 21, 2011Contractor Disaster ResourcesPreliminary flood maps in Smith County, TX ready for public viewThe Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) is encouraging homeowners, renters and business owners in Smith County, Texas, to look over newly released preliminary flood maps in order to determine their flood risks and make informed decisions about how they can protect life and property.July 21, 2011Contractor Disaster ResourcesDisaster assistance deadline is Aug. 9Disaster assistance deadline is Aug. 9July 21, 2011Technology2012 Alternative Clean Transportation (ACT) Expo set for May 14-17, 2012 in Long BeachThe 2012 Alternative Clean Transportation (ACT) Expo is set for May 14 – 17 in Long Beach, Calif. ACT Expo is North America’s premiere alternative fuels and clean vehicles conference and expo. The event showcases the latest in all alternative fuel types and advanced vehicle technologies, refueling infrastructure and market developments, funding opportunities, regulations, policies […]July 21, 2011BusinessSB 582: Commute benefit bill passes legislature, awaits Governor’s signatureSenate Bill 582 (SB 582), authored by state Sen. Leland Yee (D-San Francisco), is now on Gov. Jerry Brown’s desk and awaiting the Governor’s signature after passing both houses of the state legislature, the Metropolitan Transportation Commission (MTC) reports. The bill, which was jointly sponsored by the Bay Area Air Quality Management District and the […]July 21, 2011Previous PagePage 206 of 591Next PageTop StoriesSafety & ComplianceContractor Faces $1.2M Fine for Repeat Violations After Fatal Trench CollapseOne of the company's workers died in a cave-in in 2023. Two years later, inspectors found similar trench violations, OSHA reports.PickupsNext-Gen Ford F-150 Lightning: 700+ Mile Range but No Longer All-ElectricMarket PulseQuick Data: Top-Selling Bulldozers of 2025Compact equipmentBobcat Unveils "RogueX3" Autonomous, Electric Compact Loader (Videos)ExcavatorsCloser Look: Link-Belt's Smallest X4S Excavator, the 145
