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"Baltimore Bridge Collapse: Impact on Port Operations and Liability Claims"

Experts warn that the rebuilding of the Francis Scott Key Bridge near Baltimore, Maryland, which collapsed after being struck by a container ship, could be delayed for years due to environmental red tape under the Biden administration. The cost of rebuilding the bridge, estimated to be between $500 million and $1 billion, is expected to be higher than the original $60.3 million. Environmental reviews and regulations may slow down the construction process, potentially extending it to a decade, similar to the time it took to build the Transcontinental Railroad.