Economy

Republicans in Wisconsin legislature ask planners for more realistic estimates of highway project costs.

The cost of major road projects in Wisconsin is twice as much as highway planners estimated, audit finds.

New Jersey healthcare providers are starring at escalating costs if the Affordable Care Act is repealed, according to the New Jersey Hospital Association.

The Port of Oakland this week asked a large stakeholder task force to look for operating efficiencies in preparation for an ambitious construction agenda this year.

California's cost for retiree health and dental benefits has grown to $76.68 billion, according to a report from State Controller Betty Yee.

President Trump’s order to streamline environmental permits is expected to ensure that get projects underway sooner.

The Port of Authority of New York and New Jersey should cease to own or operate transportation infrastructure, substituting ownership with private concession agreements, said a report.

President Trump’s nominee for Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin told lawmakers in writing that he plans to “enhance” private activity bonds so that they can be used to encourage more private investment in infrastructure projects.

New York’s Metropolitan Transportation Authority board switched tracks and shielded single-fare riders from the latest round of biennial fare and toll increases.

States have more than 300 infrastructure projects they say could be funded by President Trump’s program.

Gainesville Hospital District in North Texas is reorganizing under Chapter 9 bankruptcy with $19.7 million of general obligation bonds insured by Ambac.

A repeal of the Affordable Care Act would hamper New Jersey finances, according to state lawmakers fighting to save the landmark national healthcare program.

A 10-year infrastructure proposal from Senate Democrats would provide $1 trillion of federal funding for roads, schools, and airports.

New York MTA retired $945 million of debt from its core portfolio last year through normal amortization, said deputy finance director Olga Chernat.

New York’s Metropolitan Transportation Authority expects to issue more environmental green bonds in 2017, a finance official told board members.

A Northern California healthcare district that closed its only hospital with $57 million of certificates of participation outstanding is sorting out its obligations in bankruptcy court.

After R.J. Reynolds sold four cigarette brands to ITG Brands, Florida Attorney General Pam Bondi sued the companies saying they have refused to comply with terms of the state’s 1997 tobacco settlement deal.

Moody’s Investors Service late Friday revised its outlook to stable from negative on the Catholic Archdiocese of Chicago.

Arlington Memorial Bridge was closed to vehicles during inaugural weekend to prevent further damage to the historic span.

Airports, high-speed rail, and roads, particularly in dense metropolitan areas, could be particularly appealing targets.