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Rail projects are rolling out almost faster than trains can move

Wednesday, June 7th, 2023

There’s an abundance of federal funding just waiting to be lavished on passenger rail projects in America. A massive amount of assistance and support will be available for light rail transit, heavy rail transit, commuter rail, intercity rail and high-speed rail projects throughout the country. Many of the earliest projects will launch first in the […]

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The multi-trillion-dollar government marketplace is rarely impacted by economic uncertainty or market trends

Thursday, June 1st, 2023

Even as a potential recession dampens the enthusiasm for commercial spending plans, the public sector continues to advance large, complex projects of record breaking magnitude. This is partially because public officials have many funding options, and they are faced with critical infrastructure needs. Many are using alternative funding and innovative methods to deliver infrastructure projects […]

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Funding support may be increased soon for projects located on historic sites throughout the U.S.

Monday, May 22nd, 2023

  Sites listed on the National Park Service’s Register of Historic Places are getting lots of attention, and there is an abundance of funding available for upgrades to facilities located on them. Funding and support are available because these sites and the benefits they provide preserve the country’s legacy and also spur economic development in […]

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US High-Speed Rail Association Conference: Shaping the Future of Transportation

Tuesday, April 25th, 2023
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What: USHSR High Speed Rail Conference 2023 Where: 1501 K Street, NW, Washington, DC, 20005 When: May 16-17, 2023 The US High-Speed Rail Association (USHSR) Conference is set to bring together experts, leaders, and policymakers to discuss the latest developments in high-speed rail. The conference serves as a platform for exchanging ideas, fostering collaboration, and […]

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Best not to overlook the ever-growing trend of government’s public-private partnerships

Friday, April 14th, 2023

Support for public-private partnerships (P3s) continues to mount and federal programs are available to help fund P3 projects. Not only is the federal government encouraging private sector collaboration and investment, guidance for public officials ready to launch the projects is also available now. The newly launched Regional Infrastructure Accelerators Program has placed assistance centers throughout […]

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Bus rapid transit system projects create high demand for goods and services from private sector partners

Wednesday, April 12th, 2023

Bus rapid transit (BRT) system activities should not be overlooked if partnering with the government is of interest. This is a ‘hot’ marketplace for contracting and collaboration. Opportunities will include, but not be limited to, initiatives that enhance and make route schedules more efficient, convenient and appealing. The construction of sheltered wait stations, real-time mapping […]

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Join the RPA Assembly, May 1-5, 2023

Tuesday, April 11th, 2023
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For more than 30 years, the RPA Assembly has convened thousands of policy experts, public officials and business leaders committed to addressing our region’s most urgent issues. Purchase tickets here 2023 RPA Assembly Features: Featured Speakers In-Person Assembly — Friday, May 5, 12-3pm at Pier 60, NYC Virtual Panels — Monday, May 1 – Thursday, […]

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Federal programs are funding ‘rail to trail’ projects nationwide

Thursday, April 6th, 2023

Federal programs that have been significantly enhanced are now responsible for hundreds of new projects called ‘rail to trail’ initiatives throughout the U.S. Congress authorized billions of dollars to support multi-use trails and other kinds of non-motorized transportation projects and the funding is now flowing through the Federal Highway Administration. In fact, the distribution is […]

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Billions in funding awarded to states to address ‘forever chemicals’ in drinking water

Wednesday, April 5th, 2023

A recent study revealed some shocking facts. Researchers with Environmental Working Group, a nonprofit organization, provided data that points to more than 200 million Americans who must depend on contaminated drinking water. Chemicals that are commonly used to treat manufactured products for heat resistance and water repellence (PFAS or ‘forever chemicals’) are now in the […]

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More funding now flowing to U.S. ports for modernization projects

Friday, March 31st, 2023

American ports, even those that are among the busiest in the world, have faced near-crippling levels of congestion since the outbreak of COVID. Supply chain back-ups have also had a negative impact. The smaller ports especially have scrambled to meet demand, but it is obvious that operational inadequacies at all U.S. ports must be addressed. […]

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