Minnesota lawmakers are investing more than $700 million in capital projects, following state officials’ approval of two packages this month. The new legislation, now waiting for Gov. Tim Walz’ signature, will provide a major boost to water and transportation projects statewide. The bulk of the funds will support urgent upgrades to essential infrastructure, including clean water systems, […]
The state of West Virginia is overhauling its transportation priorities, committing $1.2 billion for fiscal year 2026 to better maintain and manage its roadways. For years, the state’s transportation infrastructure has been steadily aging, resulting in many of the existing roadways and bridges being in a state of disrepair. West Virginia nationally ranks 50th in […]
The American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) has updated the standards for design and construction in flood prone areas. The changes represent some of the most significant alterations to the ASCE Flood Resistant Design and Construction (ASCE 24-24) since their release in 1998. The United States has seen an accelerated rise and in coastal and […]
New York is making $325 million available for projects to enhance community drinking water and create safer and more efficient sewer systems. The funding is available through the state’s Water Infrastructure Improvement and Intermunicipal Water Infrastructure Grants program, which seeks to help cities across the state repair, upgrade and modernize their drinking water and sewer […]
The Alabama Housing Finance Authority (AHFA) has approved four affordable housing developments in the city of Mobile. The housing developments, totaling nearly $82 million in costs, will bring 218 new affordable housing units to the city. Spread across the city, the housing projects include: 56 new units at Hurtel Crossing with a $1 million contribution […]
Arizona is taking a collaborative approach to oversight as lawmakers seek to guide the next generation of artificial intelligence (AI) across the nation. New Arizona committee to shape AI’s integration in government With the launch of its new oversight committee, the state seeks to develop ethical, secure and innovative frameworks for AI integration across government […]
On June 10, the Iowa Transportation Commission approved the fiscal year (FY) 2026–2030 Iowa Transportation Improvement Program, which outlines $4.3 billion in planned investments across the state’s multimodal transportation system, including highways, bridges, public transit, rail, aviation and trails. Of the funding, $3.8 billion is set aside for improving safety and general conditions of highways […]