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A Q-and-A with U.S. Rep. Earl Blumenauer
Earl Blumenauer talked to the 91视频 recently about the new transportation bill passed by the U.S. House of Representatives and more.
Merkley proposes bill to repair water infrastructure
Sen. Jeff Merkley, D-Ore., last week visited the Portland Water Bureau鈥檚 operations facility on North Interstate Avenue to introduce new legislation that could help the nation access money for water infrastructure improvements.
For transportation funding, no change is better than a decrease
A recent transportation proposal agreed on by Congress would streamline Oregon Department of Transportation construction projects by reducing the environmental review process.
Senate transportation bill passes with Oregon legislators’ interests intact
The Senate today overwhelmingly approved a two-year, $109 billion transportation and infrastructure bill, which will extend several programs supported by Oregon legislators if it鈥檚 approved by the House of Representatives.
Proposed legislation would provide funds for renovating foreclosed homes
The Project Rebuild Act would inject $15 billion into the rehabilitation of residential and commercial properties left vacant following foreclosure. The federal government would issue $10 billion in formula grants and $5 billion in competitive grants. There would be a minimum of $20 million for each of the 50 states.
ARTBA weighs in on Obama Administration’s transportation budget
The American Road and Transportation Builders Association (ARTBA) today released its analysis of the Obama Administration鈥檚 budget proposal for the fiscal year 2013.
Transportation bill jeopardizes fate of bike, pedestrian programs
A new federal transportation bill unveiled by House Republicans last week elicited resounding opposition in Oregon, including objections to its emphasis on new highway construction, the elimination of money dedicated for projects to aid bicyclists and pedestrians, and reduction of long-term planning for public transit.
Oregon construction industry would get $770M from Obama’s jobs plan
As more details emerge about President Obama鈥檚 proposed American Jobs Act, as much as $770.6 million could be injected into the Oregon鈥檚 construction industry.
Obama jobs bill could send $324.2M to Oregon public schools
Oregon public schools could be eligible for modernization and infrastructure improvement funds if President Obama鈥檚 American Jobs Act is approved by Congress.
Reactions mixed to Obama’s jobs plan for construction industry
Initial reaction was mixed to President Barack Obama's Thursday night jobs proposal that includes $105 billion for infrastructure and construction spending. Industry professionals say federal spending on construction projects is sorely needed, but they don't believe the jobs will last.
Debt deal reached, but construction will suffer
They did it. The talking heads in Washington finally did it. Both the House of Representatives and the Senate voted in favor of $1 trillion spending cuts in the next 10 years and raising the debt ceiling, just hours before their deadline.
Proposed federal transportation cuts would be ‘catastrophic’
Transportation project funding in Oregon would take a hit if a congressman's proposal for federal cuts were passed. The proposal recommends a 35 percent decrease in allocations, to between $215 and $230 billion over six years.
News
- Multnomah County commits up to $101.6M for Moda Center
- Portland code changes to take effect in November
- Los Colibris project approved for Portland’s OMSI District
- Pacific Northwest projects totaling $9.9 million in top bidders | Aug. 7, 2026
- Oregon opens infrastructure grant program
- Ex-TV host claps back at Detroit officials in blight case
- 31-unit multifamily project in Portland land use review intakes | Aug. 3, 2026
- $2.4 million office renovation in Portland building permits | Aug. 3, 2026
- Transportation commission weighs ODOT budget cuts
- Lam Research planning $1.7 billion investment in Tualatin
- Pacific Northwest projects totaling $10.6 million in top bidders | July 31, 2026
- Many Oregon counties struggling to maintain their fairgrounds
Commentary
- Beware of when the debt collector comes calling | Opinion
- Assembly of a future workforce begins with an invitation | Opinion
- Beware of overlooking legal requirements for remote workers | Opinion
- Become a critical thinker and transform a workplace | Opinion
- Managing construction risks with international suppliers | Opinion
- A rally with many engines: the lesson of 2026’s first half | Opinion
- Oregon housing challenges persist despite sound and fury | Opinion
- When does an employee’s bullying become harassment? | Opinion
- Ditch disorganization 鈥� the cost of deferred decisions | Opinion
- Consider 10 common risks for healthcare construction projects | Opinion
- Clarifying the reach of a law regarding prevailing wage | Opinion
- Adjust to legal changes now to ensure compliance later | Opinion
