March 27, 2024

Speedier Government and the Problem of Cargo Theft

🏗️ Permitting Delays vs. Smart Solutions In California, a major retailer waited 4.5 years to go from project start to receiving the keys for a new facility—largely due to permit delays. Meanwhile, Pennsylvania is flipping the script: ⏱️ Strict timelines for permit approvals across all state agencies 💸 Refunds for permitting fees if timelines aren’t met 📉 The PA EPA has reduced its backlog by 41% An example of how policy innovation can accelerate infrastructure development.
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🏗️ Permitting Delays vs. Smart Solutions

In California, a major retailer waited 4.5 years to go from project start to receiving the keys for a new facility—largely due to permit delays.

Meanwhile, Pennsylvania is flipping the script:
⏱️ Strict timelines for permit approvals across all state agencies
💸 Refunds for permitting fees if timelines aren’t met
📉 The PA EPA has reduced its backlog by 41%

An example of how policy innovation can accelerate infrastructure development.

Cargo theft using load boards is a more significant issue today—the number of incidents has doubled since Q1 2022! Thanks to the Wall Street. Journal for great graphics.
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The “Stay in Your Lane” Podcast has a series on cargo theft.  You can see an episode here:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3owJAwXZMEY

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