"The Case for Earthquake Resilience: Why Safer Structures Protect and Promote Social and Economic Vitality," describes the threats of earthquakes on society and the economic benefits that come from having safer structures in a community.
WOTUS Decision Delayed Until 2020
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and U.S. Army Corps of Engineers announced the 2015 Waters of the U.S. (WOTUS) rule would be void until 2020.
IEC Versus ANSI
Neither standards body is better or worse, but understanding the differences in each region is critical when designing and specifying electrical systems at a global level. Bridging the gap between differing standards is possible and can lead to successfully coordinating electrical systems early on in the design and installation stages.
Federal Laws Applying to Opioid Use and Addiction
Data shows that, statistically, every adult American knows at least one member of the workforce who has been injured at work, was involved in an accident or underwent hospitalization, and has been prescribed pain medication—likely an opioid—to use while on the job.
Tax Reform Decades in the Making
The new tax code is intended to provide many Americans with more money in their paychecks and enable employers to invest in their businesses, create new jobs in their communities and drive growth. However, it received no bipartisan support, and currently most Americans have a low opinion of the bill. Here’s a look at the good the bill has done, the bad that should—and can—be fixed, and the ugliness that surrounded it.
What 2017 Brought in P3 Legislation and What to Expect in 2018
In 2017, several states enacted P3 legislation that allows or expands the use of partnerships for public projects. That trend is likely to continue in 2018, along with requiring surety bonds in P3 contracts.
Gauging the Swing of the Republican Pendulum
Gravity is a force of nature that the GOP will need to defy in 2018.
The Year of Optimism in Construction
In the first half of 2017, it looked like the good old days of construction were making a comeback. Next year may be better than 2017, especially if Congress delivers on infrastructure and taxes.










