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Roadbuilding

Report: 30% of Ala. roads in rough shape, 7% of bridges deficient; funds lacking

A large portion of major roads and highways in Alabama are in poor or mediocre condition. Funds are lacking to address the issue. Read more on Equipment World.

March 1, 2019

Roadbuilding

New call in Ohio for increased gas tax as ODOT funds dwindle for upkeep, projects

In Ohio there's push for a raise in the 28-cents-a gallon gas tax. Members of the Governor's Advisory Committee on Transportation Infrastructure have asked for the hike while releasing their report on options for maintaining and enhancing Ohio’s transportation infrastructure.

February 20, 2019

Roadbuilding

Kan. DOT investing $160M to strengthen highway system

The Kansas DOT plans to invest $160 million in revenue to kickstart delayed projects. Get details on Kansas Department of Transportation's infrastructure plans.

February 15, 2019

Roadbuilding

Outgoing NAPA chairman Parker tells of changes and a battle to keep market share

Outgoing NAPA chairman, Craig Parker, discusses changes in the association and importance of protecting and retaining market share. Learn more here.

January 29, 2019

Roadbuilding

NMDOT delaying bid lettings due to federal shutdown

The New Mexico Department of Transportation has delayed its bid letting scheduled for January due to the government shutdown. More details on Equipment World.

January 24, 2019

Roadbuilding

Workforce development is new NAPA Chairman John Harper’s top priority

John Harper was sworn in to serve as the 2019 chairman of the National Asphalt Pavement Association during its annual meeting. Get details on Equipment World.

January 23, 2019

Roadbuilding

ACPA: “Strong” concrete pavement rebound to continue; new optimism from proposed Interstate renewal program

President and CEO of American Concrete Pavement Association says 2018 was the start of a strong rebound for the concrete pavement market. Learn more here.

January 22, 2019

Roadbuilding

ARTBA to feds: End ‘regulatory roadblock’ to buying patented products

According to ARTBA, repealing a federal procurement rule would remove a regulatory roadblock and encourage investments in improving the nation's highways.

January 17, 2019

Roadbuilding

New AASHTO chief tells of shutdown’s growing impact on DOTs

Departments of transportation & mass transit systems are suffering in wake of the federal government shutdown. Learn more from AASHTO chief on Equipment World.

January 15, 2019

Roadbuilding

Gas tax seen as likely focus of Ala. legislature in 2019

Lawmakers predict Alabama legislature will be honing in on changes to the gas tax for the 2019 regular session. Details here on Equipment World.

January 11, 2019

Roadbuilding

Okla. DOT says fed shutdown has cost state $133M in delayed projects

As the shutdown entered its third week, it has already forced the state to delay 36 projects. More information here on Equipment World.

January 10, 2019

Roadbuilding

Incoming House transportation cmte. chief urging White House to back more funding for U.S. roads, bridges

U.S. House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee head is urging the White House to support funding the improving the U.S. roads, bridges and airports.

January 9, 2019