Construction News: Infrastructure Bill Update

Construction headline tracker includes the proposed infrastructure bill has stalled, builder sentiment is rising, home building prices are up, the nation is short 5 million single-family homes, Deere's new electric backhoe and more.

Oct 7, 2021

The proposed infrastructure bill has stalled, builder sentiment is rising, home building prices are up, the nation is short 5 million single-family homes, Deere's new electric backhoe and more are the topics this week on Construction News Tracker.

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From Barbecue to Blacktop: A Journey Through Asphalt

October 5, 2026

Construction Job Openings Rise to 326,000 in July

September 17, 2026

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Construction Suicide Prevention: Turning Awareness into Action | Watch FCP

September 16, 2026

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Construction Safety Programs Expand Focus to Mental Health

September 8, 2026

From Barbecue to Blacktop: A Journey Through Asphalt

Verde Resources

Cindy Powell reflects on her 20-year asphalt career, her path from restaurant owner to industry leader, and her work advancing sustainability, pavement preservation and opportunities for women in asphalt.

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Construction Job Openings Rise to 326,000 in July

Associated Builders and Contractors Inc. (ABC)

Construction job openings increased by 28,000 in July and 21,000 year over year as hiring accelerated and layoffs slowed, signaling stronger demand for workers.

Construction Suicide Prevention: Turning Awareness into Action | Watch FCP

The Wounded Workforce

Stephanie Lemek of The Wounded Workforce discusses suicide prevention in construction, jobsite mental health and practical ways contractors can support workers.

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Construction Safety Programs Expand Focus to Mental Health

Mental health is a critical part of construction safety. Practical steps can help supervisors and safety leaders support workers, connect them with resources and prevent suicide.

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Construction Workforce Faces New Challenges, Growth | Watch FCP

Associated Builders and Contractors Inc. (ABC)

New data highlights skilled trades training, construction job growth, a tight labor pool and the importance of safety training.

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5 Leadership Hires Shaping Construction’s Future

Allegiance Search

Five leadership roles are becoming increasingly important as construction companies navigate supply chains, power availability, project complexity and growth.

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National Employee Happiness Improves as Construction Employers Face Labor Strain

Employee satisfaction improved in the first half of 2026, but younger and mid-tenure workers continue to report lower satisfaction, offering insights for construction workforce retention.

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House Republicans Advance Ban On Heat Safety Standard, Workers To Absorb The Risk

H.R. 6213 cleared committee on a party-line vote. It would bar the Department of Labor from ever finalizing a federal heat rule, including the performance-based version the road builders themselves asked for.

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The Wounded Workforce

I'll See You On The Road

Saying goodbye is always difficult. It's even harder when the experience has transformed your life in immeasurable ways.

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Concrete Industry Management Enrollment Reaches Record High

Concrete Industry Management

More college students are choosing Concrete Industry Management programs as industry demand, hands-on education and career opportunities grow.

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Amplifying Asphalt: The Voices Driving Our Industry

Women of Asphalt Council (WofA)

One of the original founders of Women of Asphalt talks about their new venture and the future of the industry.

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