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Â鶹ÊÓƵMakes Additional Updates to Stimulus Website

Â鶹ÊÓƵcontinues to update its to provide comprehensive information on the American Reinvestment and Recovery Act and the impact on the construction industry. Included on the site is a breakdown of construction spending by program, with additional details on allocations. The site also includes analysis of the various tax provisions within the legislation that affect the construction industry and an overview of some of the policy implications of the legislation.  Â鶹ÊÓƵhas posted information on the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) Council's recently-released reporting requirements for contractors and procurement officials disbursing stimulus funds. Â鶹ÊÓƵencourages individuals to view the information and participate in the public comment period by June 1. The intent of the site is to provide members, and more broadly the construction community, the widest possible range of current information about the stimulus. Â鶹ÊÓƵalso aims to highlight the stimulus funds at work and Â鶹ÊÓƵmembers hiring employees based on stimulus awards. The section "Stimulus At Work" highlights the work our members are doing to help ensure the success of the stimulus package. Visit to share your success stories related to the stimulus.