The Pennsylvania Infrastructure Investment Authority (PENNVEST) is unveiling $216.3 million in funding for drinking water and water processing infrastructure projects across the state. The funding will support 21 counties’ efforts in drinking water, wastewater, stormwater and nonpoint source pollution initiatives.  The funded water projects will address critical needs such as replacing aging lead service lines, […]

The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) has announced over $420 million in funding to remove lead hazards in homes and HUD-assisted properties across the country.   The announcement follows several recent initiatives to tackle lead hazards in the United States, including a new rule requiring drinking water systems across the country to […]

The state of Minnesota is taking strides to expand the electric vehicle charging network. The Minnesota Department of Transportation (MnDOT) has announced the launch of its second round of funding for EV charging stations, making $47 million available to businesses interested in owning and operating fast-charging facilities.   The funding round, part of the National Electric […]

Kansas is committing more than $17 million for projects across the state that will help boost the resiliency of the energy grid.  The investment combines nearly $12 million in funding provided by the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law (BIL) funded by the U.S. Department of Energy’s 40101(d) Grid Resilience Grant Program.  An additional $5.8 million in matching […]

Arkansas – Sam Dubke has been promoted to communications director for the Governor’s Office. Dubke previously served as deputy communications director and speechwriter for the governor. He joined the office in February 2023. The post Arkansas Governor’s Office picks communications director appeared first on Government Market News.

Kansas – The Unified Government of Wyandotte County and Kansas City has selected Lesley Strohschein as deputy chief financial officer. Strohschein brings more than 22 years of public finance experience to the role. She most recently served as controller and assistant controller at Kansas City, Kansas Community College. The post Wyandotte County/Kansas City selects deputy chief financial officer […]

The U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) is announcing $4.2 billion in funding to advance transportation initiatives around the country. This funding will be used to advance large-scale and complex transportation projects poised to improve the safety, efficiency and reliability of the nation’s roadways, ports and bridges.  The DOT will deliver this round of grants through […]