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The impact of inflation on infrastructure projects funded by the $1 trillion bill signed by President Joe Biden last year has become evident, as reported by Your Content.
Despite the anticipation of federal investment, the rising costs of construction materials such as pipes and asphalt have led to the cancellation or downsizing of many initiatives.
The current situation has forced state and local officials to reevaluate their plans, with some projects experiencing cost overruns of up to double the initial estimates. This is mainly due to the surging prices of essential materials, which have seen significant increases in recent months.
Additionally, a shortage of construction workers has further hindered progress, exacerbating the challenges faced by infrastructure development.
According to GOP Representative Sam Graves, the infrastructure law has contributed to the inflationary pressures being felt.
FINANCIAL NEWS outlets have reported his concerns, highlighting the difficulties faced by state and local officials as they navigate the rising costs and labor shortages in their efforts to carry out vital infrastructure projects.
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