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Senate Democrats to Unveil Jobs Program
According to a report at the Wall Street Journal, Senate Democrats plan to launch an $80 billion bill, which could be introduced as early as Friday, to extend authorization for highway projects, give tax credits to businesses for job creation and other investments, and help state and local governments issue construction bonds. Democrats say those actions could create jobs right away. A second phase would focus on infrastructure spending.

Association Offers EPA Guidance for Stormwater Regulations
Stormwater runoff regulations issued by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) should take into account many of the features that make transportation projects unique and not take a “one-size-fits-all”approach, the American Road & Transportation Builders Association (ARTBA) told the agency.
 

Obama’s Budget Includes $1.82 Billion for Major Transit Projects
President Obama proposed $1.82 billion in funding for 27 major transit construction projects that will create jobs and increase transportation options throughout the United States.
 

A Look at Infrastructure in the 2011 Budget
According to a report by Robert Puentes at The New Republic, the president’s proposed 2011 budget is an interesting collection of investments and reforms for infrastructure.
 

Kubota to Offer Compact Track Loaders
Kubota is adding an “all-Kubota” designed, engineered and manufactured compact track loader powered by a Kubota diesel engine to its line of equipment. The new 75- and 90-hp SVL models will be arriving at Kubota dealerships as early as this summer.

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