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Increases in steel, copper prices were reported in April. 

Contractors remain concerned about the implications of tariffs going forward. 

 Economists remain wary as talks for a more permanent deal continue.

The U.S. Dept. of Transportation is reviewing a backlog of unobligated grant awards.

Proposed cuts would amount to a $163B decrease in discretionary spending from the enacted 2025 budget.

Industry experts say the fees are one of several strategies Congress can use together to protect Highway Trust Fund solvency. 

Slowed spending is expected to continue in the coming months, industry economists say.

Experts remain concerned about the industry's future despite the promising report. 

Openings were down or stagnant in nearly half of all metro areas.