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This blog examining California construction will ask questions, give you previews of what is to come in ENR California and report on what we are hearing, reading and seeing in the state's construction industry.

High-Speed Rail Authority Applies for Federal Stimulus Funds

October 2, 2009

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Though plans are far from clear, more than $4 billion in ARRA funds will help the project keep moving forward.

Small Businesses Face $50,000 Cost From State Implementation of AB 32

September 23, 2009

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A new analysis finds that small businesses and consumers will bear the brunt of greenhouse gas plan.

State Legislature Ends 2009 Session with No Water Deal

September 17, 2009

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The $12 billion price tag was apparently a sticking point in a state where tax revenues are shrinking and deficits are expanding.

Calif. Construction Services Firm, Medical Center Team Up for Work Force Health Care

September 9, 2009

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Medical group devises incentive program for Watsonville-based construction materials and services firm.

Promising Signs That Construction Is Returning to Northern California

September 3, 2009

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Three mega-projects, two of which just broke ground, show a turnaround in contracting opportunities.

State's Water Issues, Regulations Coming to a Head

August 27, 2009

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Legislature set to review bills regarding Delta governance, reduction of urban water use and new water use reporting rules.

A Push for State Constitutional Convention in 2011 Gets Under Way

August 19, 2009

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Bay Area Council and partners host town meetings to measure support to overhaul how state will be governed.

State Engineers Union Claims Private Engineers 'Cost Double'

August 11, 2009

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In a new ad campaign, PECG once again goes after PPPs while also claiming its pensions are not generous.

More State Budget Shenanigans Mean More Budget Shortfalls

July 31, 2009

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Legislators, governor agree on ways to close $26.3 billion shortage, but result could be even further imbalances.

Budget Proposal Gets Whacked by California's Cities, Counties

July 22, 2009

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Lawsuits likely if legislature approves state budget solution that attempts to fix $26.3 billion deficit.

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