Weekender: Despite dodging tax hikes in infrastructure bill, contractors could still see higher rates

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BROUGHT TO YOU BY — DroneDeploy Track Site Progress Without Compromise The future of construction is digital - and by centralizing your documentation, you'll realize a host of time and cost benefits. Learn How.   Deep Dive Despite dodging tax hikes in infrastructure bill, contractors could still see higher rates While U.S. corporations have avoided tax increases in the Senate's proposed plan, public and private contractors could still see rates go up. 4 US cities among the top 10 most expensive places to build in the world The pandemic has worsened issues around supply chains and skilled labor, raising construction costs in cities around the world, according to a new report. Skanska wins key ruling in Pensacola bridge case A federal judge ruled the contractor was operating under maritime law, which shields it for now from being sued in state court for damage caused by its runaway barges during Hurricane Sally.  Sponsored Content by Egnyte Who says you can't fight ransomware attacks? Cybercriminals have their sights set on construction companies. It's a growing peril you can stop now. Granite posts revenue gain, awaits federal infrastructure funding The California-based contractor is seeing a brisk bid environment while closely watching legislative negotiations on a national infrastructure package.  Opinion 5 roadblocks that could slow construction's recovery If the industry can overcome these challenges, it will reap decades of unparalleled growth, writes construction attorney Barry B. LePatner. Report: More than a third of US bridges are structurally deficient. It could take decades to fix them. As the Senate advances a bipartisan infrastructure bill, bridges across the country continue to deteriorate. Here are three that exemplify the urgency. Recommended For You Improve your recommendations: click here to update your profile. Deep Dive 10 ways the PRO Act could change the game for employers and organized labor Currently being considered in the Senate, the bill would strengthen the ability of unions to form and collectively bargain. Featured Resources FROM: Autodesk Construction Cloud™ Enhance your Construction Workflows with Technology Technology's Critical Role in Construction Cost Control How Leaders Drive Digital Transformation Improve your Quality and Closeout Management Process in a Digital Age From Our Library Playbook 5 Ways MEP Contractors Are Using BIM to Improve Projects Hexagon Webinar - on demand Are You Ready to Manage the Move to Off-Site Construction? NetSuite Playbook New Ways for Construction Companies to Recruit Employees BYF & NCCER Playbook How to Harness the Power of Aerial Imagery in Your Projects Nearmap Playbook 7 Reasons to Leverage Data in Your Preconstruction Estimates Autodesk Construction View all resources Best of What We're Reading Politico Senate punts infrastructure vote after amendment meltdown Bloomberg Law AFL-CIO Head Trumka’s Death Leaves Void Atop U.S. Labor Movement Construction Equipment Guide New Construction Legislation Seeks to Reform NY's Contracting Process WBAL Girls learn construction trade at Baltimore summer camp The Hill Senate rejects GOP effort to add Trump border wall to bipartisan infrastructure deal Yahoo Finance Tutor Perini Reports Second Quarter 2021 Results Suggest a story we should read Upcoming Event Design and Cost Trends of Today and Tomorrow’s Construction Projects Aug. 25, 2021 - Aug. 25, 2021 | Webinar 2pm ET Dive Into a Topic Commercial Building Residential Building Technology Design Economy Green Building Infrastructure Legal/Regulation Products Corporate News Share Construction Dive: Daily Dive with others and get rewarded. You've referred 0 readers. To become an official Dive Insider, just successfully refer 10 contacts to Construction Dive: Daily Dive. Here's your link to share: https://www.constructiondive.com/signup/insiders/?signup_referred_by=5f93078d7aa51972095c9316

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