Scott Sowers is a reporter based in the Washington, D.C., Bureau where he covers ESG issues, cyber-crime, lobbying, and taxation. Prior to joining The Bond Buyer he freelanced for The Washington Post, The New York Times and The Atlantic writing about real estate. Other areas of expertise include architecture, design, energy, housing policy, automotive, and the utilities.
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Another round of grants authorized in the 2021 Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act is going out to 129 airports in 40 states.
By Scott SowersJuly 2 -
Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg told lawmakers federal money is being dispensed roughly on schedule, though efforts to streamline certain processes are underway.
By Scott SowersJune 27 -
With a tax battle looming, the chair of the powerful committee will guide tax policy.
By Scott SowersJune 24 -
Knowing where to focus won't be easy among the numerous issues in play.
By Scott SowersJune 21 -
The Advance Act is expected to shorten the timeline for project approvals
By Scott SowersJune 20 -
Undersubscribed funding opportunities are blocked by regulation.
By Scott SowersJune 18 -
Interest on out of state municipal bonds will now be taxable.
By Scott SowersJune 13 -
Many issuers are trying to understand rating agency methodology changes that could affect more than a third of them.
By Scott SowersJune 11 -
Dual threats of lawsuits and loss of investors loom over calling the bonds.
By Scott SowersJune 10 -
The saga dating back to last year appears to be concluded with a settlement.
By Scott SowersJune 4