Navigating Government Construction: Don’t Make a Federal Case Out of It

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Division 10 Lunch Program: Thursday, September 28, 2023 from 12:45-2:30pm.

Join Division 10 in a lunch discussion with Tim Schneider, General Counsel for Tilson Technology Management, and Dave Thomas of Sheppard Mullin focusing on the construction of telecommunications infrastructure in areas that today do not receive adequate broadband service.  In late June 2023, the Biden Administration announced funding allocations to the states of $42.5 billion in federal subsidies to build broadband networks that either receive inadequate broadband, or none at all.  Broadband service today, no less so than electricity in the early 20th Century is critical for modern life.  And the scale of the funding, the planning and construction of broadband communications of these networks closely parallels the federal government's rural electrification campaign of the 1930s.  The discussion will focus on the legal and practical realities of project funding, contracting, deployment and administration and enforcement of grants.

Division 10 Social Event: Thursday, September 28, 2023 at 8pm.

Get your throwing arms ready and unleash the toss master in you at the EPIC CORNHOLE SHOWDOWN between DIVISIONS 7 & 10! Whether you're a seasoned pro or a first-time player, our Cornhole Competition caters to all skill levels, ensuring everyone has a shot at victory and a chance to claim the title of the Construction Forum Cornhole Champion.  Beyond the thrill of competition, this event is an opportunity to forge new connections and share in the passion of where construction law and cornhole intersect.

Thanks to our sponsors, Pillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman LLP, who are hosting the event on their rooftop, drinks and cornhole-themed apps are on the house!  Space is limited, so RSVP by September 15th to Lexie Pereira (Div. 10) (lexie.pereira@pillsburylaw.com).