How will Corps Civil Works projects funded by the Recovery Act contribute to the recovery of the nation’s economy?
Economists estimate the Corps’ Recovery Act appropriation will create or maintain approximately 57,400 direct construction industry jobs and an additional 64,000 indirect and induced jobs in firms supplying or supporting the construction industry and the businesses that sell goods and services to these workers and their families. In addition, the Corps Civil Works projects accomplished through Recovery Act funding will continue to contribute to the nation’s safety, economy, environment, and quality of life long past the Recovery Act funding period.
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- Are there any requirements in the Recovery Act for the Corps to use the Civil Works appropriation for environmental infrastructure projects?
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