Video: US Construction Industry Speaks - "Quit Kicking the Can Down the Road"

Construction industry professionals across the country talk about the need for Congress to pass a long-term federal highway and transit funding bill.

Aug 13, 2015

Construction industry professionals across the country talk about the need for Congress to pass a long-term federal highway and transit funding bill. www.hardhatsforhighways.org

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