Construction Economics for July 20, 2026

ENR’s 20-city average cost indexes, wages and materials prices. Historical data and details for ENR’s 20 cities can be found at ENR.com/economics

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Water Resources Bills Advance in House and Senate

Different versions of the 2026 Water Resources Development Act advanced in unanimous committee votes in the House and Senate, with provisions to increase spending for drinking water infrastructure and streamline U.S. Army Corps of Engineers’ processes. 

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Simply Complex Concepts

Better financial visibility can mean stronger bids, improved bonding, and more control over what’s next.

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