James Leggate

A federal judge in California indicated that unions challenging the reductions-in-force are likely to succeed. 

Interim final rule issued this month eliminates sex- and race-based presumptions for firms to qualify as disadvantaged business enterprises.

The U.S. government will help with financing and permitting for Westinghouse to build its AP1000 nuclear reactors in the U.S.

The Interior Dept. issued a record of decision clearing the way for drilling in 1.56 million acres of the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge.

The International Federation of Professional and Technical Engineers includes 14 locals that represent U.S. Army Corps of Engineers employees.

Impacted projects reportedly include the Cape Cod Bridges Program, New York City water infrastructure and San Fransisco waterfront work. 

The U.S. Dept. of Transportation already paused funding pending a DBE review, but the president said the termination would be "permanent."

The proposed 211-mile Ambler Road is intended to open up new state areas for mining.

The Senate version of the defense spending bill includes more than twice the amount of military construction funding in the House version or the White House request.

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