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Civil Engineers Present Guidelines for Economic Stimulus Infrastructure Investment
January 21, 2009The American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) has released their recommended 'Principles for Infrastructure Stimulus Investment' designed to help guide lawmakers and the Obama administration when allocating economic stimulus funding for infrastructure projects poised to aid in rebuilding the nation's economy. ASCE is encouraged by last week's introduction of the American Recovery and Reinvestment Bill of 2009, which highlights a shared focus on accountability and infrastructure investment. This investment is expected to create and sustain jobs, and begin to address the nation's crumbling infrastructure if appropriately applied to areas that most require federal support. Full release