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Senate Hearing: Private Sector Perspectives on the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law

Original title: PUTTING THE BIPARTISAN INFRASTRUCTURE LAW TO WORK: THE PRIVATE SECTOR PERSPECTIVE

January 1, 2023

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The Frame

What this does

This hearing serves as a formal review of how federal infrastructure funding is being utilized by private companies, which directly influences future legislative adjustments to project timelines, funding allocation, and regulatory requirements for construction and transportation sectors.

Who is mentioned in the record

Potentially affected actors named in the source documents. Mention is not a position.

Private sector construction and transportation firms

These firms are responsible for executing projects funded by the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law and are subject to its regulatory and funding requirements.

Senate Committee on Environment and Public Works

The committee is responsible for oversight of the law's implementation and the development of future infrastructure policy.

What changed

Last recorded activity January 1, 2023.

What's next

Next step not available in the current record.

Summary

The Senate Committee on Environment and Public Works held a hearing on November 30, 2022, to gather feedback from private sector leaders regarding the implementation of the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law. The session focused on identifying successes and potential areas for improvement in infrastructure projects, including roads, bridges, and water systems.

Key Facts

  • The hearing took place on November 30, 2022, in the Dirksen Senate Office Building.
  • This was the fourth hearing held by the Committee regarding the implementation of the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law.
  • The Committee heard testimony from five private sector witnesses representing electric vehicle infrastructure, road construction, and transportation contracting.
  • Witnesses provided written statements and responses to follow-up questions from Senators Inhofe and Cramer.
  • The hearing aimed to identify what is working well and what improvements are needed for future infrastructure legislation.

Frequently Asked Questions

What was the purpose of this hearing?
To gather feedback from private sector companies on how the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law is being implemented and to identify potential improvements for future legislation.
Who testified at the hearing?
Representatives from Highland Electric Fleets, EVgo, the American Road and Transportation Builders Association, Plum Contracting, Inc., and Granite Construction Company.

Why It Matters

This hearing serves as a formal review of how federal infrastructure funding is being utilized by private companies, which directly influences future legislative adjustments to project timelines, funding allocation, and regulatory requirements for construction and transportation sectors.

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Discoveries

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Focus on Private Sector Feedback

The committee is actively seeking private sector input to refine the implementation of the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, signaling a shift toward operational optimization.

Connected Entities

personGary W. JohnsonVice President, Granite Construction CompanyMap →
personShelley Moore CapitoRanking Member of the CommitteeMap →
personMatt StanberryManaging Director, Highland Electric FleetsMap →
personJonathan LevyChief Commercial Officer, EVgoMap →
personDave BauerPresident and CEO, American Road and Transportation Builders AssociationMap →
personThomas R. CarperChairman of the Committee on Environment and Public WorksMap →
personAli MillsPresident, Plum Contracting, Inc.Map →

Sources

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www.govinfo.gov

Analysis Score

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  • Controversy10
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  • Entertainment5
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