Appalachian Roads Get Rule Refresh: Bye-Bye 1974 Red Tape
Published Date: 5/30/2025
Proposed Rule
Summary
The government is rolling back old rules from 1974 that affected contracts for road projects in the Appalachian region. This change means fewer hoops for contractors working there, speeding up projects and saving time. If you’re involved in federal road work in Appalachia, get ready for a smoother process with no new costs or delays.
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1974 Appalachian Contract Rules Rescinded
If you do federal road work in the Appalachian region, the Federal Highway Administration proposes to rescind the Federal-Aid Contracts rule issued on September 30, 1974. The change would remove those old requirements, meaning fewer administrative steps, faster project timelines, and—according to the proposal—no new costs or delays.
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