There’s no shortage of policies that America needs to address. Still, I wonder if there is an incentive within the government (even at a local state level) to spur young Americans (16-24) to pursue a profession in the construction trades, given that the industry’s median age is reportedly getting older [1].
A very detailed and insightful article.
Glad you enjoyed it! Are there any particular policy issues that you'd like me to do a deep dive into, by the way?
There’s no shortage of policies that America needs to address. Still, I wonder if there is an incentive within the government (even at a local state level) to spur young Americans (16-24) to pursue a profession in the construction trades, given that the industry’s median age is reportedly getting older [1].
[1] https://sgchorizon.com/construction-industry-workforce-getting-older
The $1 trillion Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act reportedly provides new funding for infrastructure projects and creates work opportunities [2].
[2] https://www.congress.gov/bill/117th-congress/house-bill/3684
Still, I’m more concerned about the relative lack of interest in the construction industry amongst the youth [3].
[3] https://ckeeganan.substack.com/p/amidst-deadly-amtrak-crashes-and
Thanks! I'll put these into my task manager! :)
Great interview! Learned a ton by reading this and sure hope it gets broad circulation.
Thanks for commenting! Glad you enjoyed it! :)