US DOT calls for end to race- and sex-conscious programs in Key bridge rebuild

The U.S. secretary of Transportation is raising concerns about the state's use of diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) ...
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AG Todd Rokita intends to end race, gender rules in INDOT contracts

Attorney General Todd Rokita says he is leading an effort in support of the Indiana Department of Transportation’s (INDOT) ...
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DOT agrees to remove race, gender-based criteria from DBE program

This story was originally published on Construction Dive. To receive daily news and insights, subscribe to our free daily Construction Dive newsletter. The DOT has agreed to settle a case challenging ...
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DOT Proposes Rule Update Clarifying DBE Qualifications

U.S. Secretary of Transportation Pete Buttigieg speaks during an April 2022 event. Buttigieg's Dept. of Transportation has proposed the first rulemaking update to its DBE regulations since 2014. The U ...
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Under Trump, MDOT 'pivoting' away from minority contracting program, director says

The Trump administration has not yet ended a federal program that sets goals for minority participation in federally funded contracts. But MDOT Director Bradley Wieferich told the State Transportation ...

Duffy presses Moore on ‘unconstitutional’ DEI goals for Francis Scott Key Bridge rebuild

Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy on Friday pressed Gov. Wes Moore (D-MD) for details regarding Maryland’s plan to rebuild the Francis Scott Key Bridge, including whether the state is using ...
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DOT Enhances Its Program for Disadvantaged Business Enterprises

A major government contractor is expanding access to disadvantaged small businesses to get federal work–everything from airport concessions to traffic management systems. The Department of ...