Aug 22, 2011 | Legislative
MITA has been encouraging its members to meet regularly with elected officials to talk to them about infrastructure funding. This is a critical part of building legislative support for greater investment levels. Contractors often ask, “what should I talk about when...
Jul 19, 2011 | Legislative
This fall presents a huge opportunity for the heavy construction industry. In October, Governor Snyder is scheduled to deliver an infrastructure message that will likely include plans for increased infrastructure investment. In our form of state government, the...
Jul 8, 2011 | Legislative
Washington Update: Highway Reauthorization Bill Unveiled The House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure rolled out details this week of a bill they hope to introduce in the coming days. The nearly two-hour presentation, led by Chairman Mica (R-FL) included...
Jun 17, 2011 | Legislative
The Republican-led legislature is conducting business at a frenzied pace with summer recess quickly approaching and much unfinished business still pending. State policymakers spent the first six months of the year balancing the state budget and revamping the state...
May 10, 2011 | Legislative
As you are aware, a federal tax provision has been in process to take effect January 1, 2012, requiring governments at all levels to withhold 3 percent of contract payments for goods and services, including construction. The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) issued...
