Hops & Highways S2 E9: Welcome to 2022!

In the first Hops & Highways episode of the year, Jess & Dormie discuss FHWA's memo stating that funds from the Bipartisan Infrastructure Legislation (BIL) should go to fix existing road assets before building new. Thanks for joining us!

Dormie RobertsJessica Lombardo
Jan 7, 2022

In the first Hops & Highways episode of the year, Jess & Dormie discuss FHWA's memo stating that funds from the Bipartisan Infrastructure Legislation (BIL) should go to fix existing road assets before building new. We also share an update on OSHA's COVID Emergency Temporary Standard for vaccinations and share tips on how you can make your first impressions count. Thanks for joining us!


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