Congress Extends Paycheck Protection Program
Post date
July 03, 2020
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The House and Senate were both in session this week with each chamber considering defense policy bills. The Senate considered the FY 21 defense authorization bill and the House Armed Services Committee considered its version; many construction provisions are included in both bills concerning change orders, bid listing, prompt payment, etc. The House passed its $1.5 trillion infrastructure package (INVEST Act), which includes $494 billion for surface transportation in addition to authorizing funding for broadband, schools and affordable housing.