A recent Supreme Court decision has raised important questions about the impact of federal tariffs on water infrastructure costs—but offers only limited relief for project owners. While the Court ruled that certain tariffs imposed under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA) were unconstitutional, most tariffs affecting key construction materials like steel, aluminum and copper remain in place under other authorities. As a result, the overall cost pressures facing water infrastructure projects persist.
The decision may lead to refunds for importers who ...
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