In 1895, Congress authorized the construction of the federal prison system.

Only then, they said, would it make sense to authorize new construction.

The public review process to authorize construction at the site took five years.

In 1872, Congress passed legislation authorizing the construction of the new building.

It was an honor for me to be able to work to authorize the construction of the cemetery.

The agreement does not authorize the construction of six new sewage plants.

Legislation authorizing the construction of the rail line was passed in 1909.

As a result, the planning board has been reluctant to authorize construction of housing that will increase the student population.

The state also authorized the construction of row galleys in 1776.

Early in the 20th century, Congress authorized the construction of a new hospital, which was completed in 1909.