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Texas Central Wins Authority to Take Land for High-Speed Rail System

Construction and Infrastructure Law

On June 24, 2022, the Supreme Court of Texas held that Texas Central Railroad & Infrastructure, Inc. Under Texas law, condemnation power must be conferred by the legislature, either expressly or by necessary implication. [2]. Move over luxury bus lines and quick flights. This affects landowners in the high-speed rail pathway.

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Texas Central Wins Authority to Take Land for High-Speed Rail System

Construction and Infrastructure Law

On June 24, 2022, the Supreme Court of Texas held that Texas Central Railroad & Infrastructure, Inc. Under Texas law, condemnation power must be conferred by the legislature, either expressly or by necessary implication. [2] Move over luxury bus lines and quick flights. This affects landowners in the high-speed rail pathway.

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ASTM vs ASME Standards: Whats the Difference?

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What was initiated by railroad engineers as a committee to ensure better rail products, is now an international organization known for the development and publication of voluntary standards for products, materials, services, and systems. to help magnify the safety of the people and boost the productivity of engineers to many folds.

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State Focus: Arkansas – Easy To Reach, Easy To Grow

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1,677 miles of Class 1 railroads. Arkansas’s railroad infrastructure includes three Class I systems: Union Pacific, BNSF Railway, and Kansas City Southern Railway. In addition, the state has 22 smaller railroads operating over its more than 2,700 miles of track. In Arkansas, you will find: 1,000 miles of navigable waterways.

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Food Processing: Generating Growth for Good Eats

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its access to highways, water, railroad, and cargo airports has made this region of the United States an ideal location for new businesses to succeed. Preferred often brings popcorn here from Nebraska via the railroad. The locally owned, short line railroad company provides facilities for them to unload the corn.

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LOCATION FOCUS: Indiana — More And More Roads Are Leading To “The Crossroads Of America”

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In addition to providing more than 600 hotel rooms, the property offers a premiere championship golf course and a conference facility that rivals metropolitan areas. In Switzerland County, the Markland Business Park is located within view of Belterra Casino Resort and Spa. percent lower than the national average).

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Global Growth Surge in Southwest Louisiana

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While standing next to each other during a press conference, Louisiana Governor John Bel Edwards and Lotte CEO Soon Hyo “Steve” Chung told a group of onlookers that the company would establish its headquarters in Lake Charles (relocating from Houston). The port is located about 12 miles south of the 4-lane.