The Bureau of Labor Statistics reported that construction employment in July was relatively flat compared to June, with small gains in some sectors.

UPDATED 7/30 with committee approval.  Measure is silent on how to pay for the increased spending.

Summit discussed ambitious plans in San Diego and New York

Industry officials hope to at least preserve big infrastructure gains won in 2018-2019.

Caterpillar reported strong sales in Q2 for construction equipment but sees tariffs and a slow energy market as ongoing tailwinds.

New minimum is up 8% for most construction categories, 10% for engineering services.