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ACEC Supports Smart Energy Policies to Meet Rising Power Demands

The American Council of Engineering Companies (ACEC) released a statement in support of key legislative proposals that will help ensure the reliability and resilience of the U.S. energy grid as…

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ACEC Supports the Millennium Challenge Corporation (MCC)

On April 28, ACEC wrote to the U.S. Department of State in support of the Millennium Challenge Corporation. The MCC provides critical funding for global infrastructure projects. Why it matters: America’s…

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Regulatory Shifts and Industry Impact: Navigating Policy Changes on Infrastructure and DEI

First the good news.  We were encouraged to see Sean Duffy confirmed as Transportation Secretary earlier today by the Senate, and we look forward to working with him. Now the…

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ACEC Congratulates House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee Chairman Sam Graves

WASHINGTON — ACEC President and CEO Linda Bauer Darr released the following statement on Congressman Sam Graves continuing as chairman of the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee: “ACEC and its member…

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ACEC Joins the Construction Industry Procurement Coalition (CIPC) Holiday Reception

Last week, ACEC’s Bradley Saull joined members of the Construction Industry Procurement Coalition (CIPC) at its second annual holiday reception. The event was held to thank members of the coalition…

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Looking Back on a Busy July

The following message was sent to ACEC members on 8/6/24 via email as part of Linda Bauer Darr’s ongoing Tuesday Letter series. To sign up for ACEC’s emails, please visit:…

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House and Senate Pass Energy Bill, Legislation Heads to President Biden’s Desk for Signature

Recently, ACEC sent letters to key House and Senate champions of the nuclear provisions in the “Fire Grants and Safety Act” thanking them for their leadership. The bill passed both…

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ACEC Opposes FHWA Rule Change on Local Procurement of Engineering Services

ACEC is strongly opposed to a proposed change from the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) to the regulations governing the procurement, management, and administration of engineering and design services by local…

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FAA Extension Approved Through March 8, 2024

Last night, the Senate cleared the House-passed extension of Federal Aviation Administration programs and funding. The short-term measure runs through March 8, 2024. This was necessary to avoid a lapse…

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Corps Engineering Chief Vows Greater Collaboration with ACEC

“We need you,” U.S. Corps of Engineering and Construction Chief Pete Perez told an ACEC Annual Convention audience. While focusing on the relationship between ACEC and the engineering industry, Perez…

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