The Society's federal and state government relations programs need your help in determining which issues deserve special emphasis in 2013.

Take an online survey and help ASCE's Public Policy Committee and our Board of Direction determine the Society's legislative Priority Issues Agenda for next year. Participation is easy and takes just a few minutes online. The survey closes Friday, July 6. Your input is essential, and appreciated.

The New York State Senate passed the Bridge and Road Investment and Dedicated Fund Guaranteed Enforcement Reform Act, also known as the BRIDGE Reform Act. The bill (S.1071), sponsored by Senator Tom Libous, will ensure that the dedicated fund, originally enacted in 1991, will go towards rebuilding, replacing and reconditioning highways and bridges to improve the safety of drivers who travel them.

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