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The sudden change in DBE contracting rules has created uncertainty for both small firms and prime contractors that subcontract with them.

Global environmental revenue hit another all-time high in this year's ranking with strong drivers and government support, but firms see market risks in big federal funding, policy and legislative shifts already happening—and they are taking steps to prepare.

Lack of clarity over liability for PFAS "forever chemicals" at contaminated sites has contractors worried, says AGC.

The U.S. Senate confirmed 108 nominees en bloc following frustration among some lawmakers about how long the process was taking.

Routine inspections, compliance outreach, training, whistleblower investigations and rulemaking are suspended.

Dept. of Transportation officials indicated the money would be frozen pending a review of DBE practices, which will be delayed by the government shutdown.

A federal permitting council is continuing reviews for FAST-41 projects favored by the president.

U.S. Dept. of Transportation issued new DBE rule without comment and announced review of New York DBE practices.

Health care owner named its design and construction team for multiyear academic medical center project, a billion-dollar program backed by significant county funding.

The Trump administration announces new steps and some funding to spur interest in coal, but observers are skeptical.