New York State has approved low-cost financing and grants to advance major water and sewer infrastructure projects in communities across the state.  The funding is intended to address aging systems, emerging contaminants, and climate resilience while reducing the financial impact on local communities. In the announcement, the largest of the $269 million in awards focus on wastewater treatment upgrades, combined sewer overflow reduction, and lead service line replacement.  Funding for […]

Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) has received a $108 million commitment from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) to invest in upgraded airport infrastructure.  The airport will use the funds to advance a portion of its Journey With AUS expansion program, targeting essential capital projects to help meet passenger demands and accommodate future growth. The Airfield Capacity Improvements Project will build new taxiways and upgrade airfield infrastructure.  […]

The village of Pellston in Northern Michigan has received $44 million in grant funding to implement a contaminant-free water system for its residents. The funds awarded by the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy will finance the creation of a new municipal water system for Pellston.   The new system is necessary after elevated PFAS levels were first reported in […]

The White House has published a new executive order directing national artificial intelligence (AI) policymaking by implementing a singular national standard for development and implementation.  Unifying AI policymaking under a single banner aligns with the administration’s ongoing efforts to propel AI excellence and position the United States as a global leader in innovation. Currently, all 50 states are responsible for designing […]

The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County (Metro) has released its third capital spending plan, illustrating a $531.9 million investment to support public schools, transportation, water infrastructure and public safety for Fiscal Year 2026.  The document addresses a creeping backlog of maintenance and infrastructure projects, with nearly half of the budget being dedicated to Metro Nashville Public Schools (MNPS) projects and city general […]

The Texas Transportation Commission will distribute approximately $284.8 million to expand safe, reliable bicycle and pedestrian infrastructure across the state.  Projects statewide will benefit from the allocation, predominantly supporting new sidewalks, shared-use paths, dedicated bicycle lanes and pedestrian bridges. Recipients will also use the awards to develop active transportation plans, establishing and implementing policies and frameworks to create non-motorized connected networks for local communities.  The […]

Across the country, public universities and community colleges are accelerating investments in healthcare education facilities as part of a broader strategy to address workforce shortages, modernize outdated infrastructure, and expand clinical training capacity. These projects, which are often located at the center of campus health and science districts, are no longer limited to traditional classrooms. […]