Texas governor highlights cybersecurity as emergency priority in State of the State address

Texas Gov. Greg Abbott has announced an emergency cybersecurity initiative as part of the state’s 2025 legislative session.  The cybersecurity initiative, announced during the governor’s biennial State of the State address on Sunday, proposes the creation of the Texas Cyber Command facility to reinforce the state’s digital defenses. By establishing the new facility in San […]

UMass Amherst turns to public-private partnership to redevelop campus housing

New England’s largest public research university is looking to redevelop campus housing with help from the private sector. The University of Massachusetts Amherst, working with the University of Massachusetts Building Authority (UMBA), issued a request for proposals for a new public-private partnership seeking developers to create comprehensive plans for renovating and expanding student housing while […]

Pennsylvania commits $288 million to water management projects, lead service line replacements

Pennsylvania is investing $288.2 million for drinking water, wastewater and non-point source water projects around the state. The funding, distributed in grants and loans, will support managing water authorities’ efforts to expand reliable service to residents, modernize and upgrade facilities and reduce the presence of legacy contaminants in water.   The funding will be administered through […]

Connecticut launches $144 million funding program to expand internet access

Connecticut internet providers can apply for $144 million in grants that have been made available for projects to bring affordable broadband to unserved and underserved communities in the state.  Pre-qualified providers may submit applications to the state’s Department of Energy and Environmental Protection (DEEP) for the Broadband Equity, Access and Deployment (BEAD) Program through Feb. […]

Sugar Land, Texas, approves $350 million plan for major infrastructure and facility upgrades

The city of Sugar Land will invest $350 million in capital improvement projects, targeting public safety, roadway, drainage and facility initiatives. The lion’s share of the funding – totaling $144.5 million – will support several public safety projects, primarily for the fire and police departments. The city plans to build an entirely new police headquarters, […]

Healthcare demands are fueling needs for new facilities and modern technology throughout the U.S.

The needs for healthcare services throughout the U.S. continue to escalate and the efforts to meet them are creating high demand for construction, engineering and technology expertise. Multi-million-dollar projects will soon launch in Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Kansas and Florida, but many more are planned. An academic teaching hospital in Washington D.C. will soon be replaced […]

Orlando International Airport unveils $652 million baggage handling upgrade projects

 Orlando International Airport (MCO) is implementing comprehensive upgrades to modernize its baggage claim systems and enhance baggage handling efficiency.  In response to record passenger volume, the airport is moving forward with several collaborative projects that expedite wait times for luggage and upgrade passenger convenience at Terminals A and B. These projects, led by the Greater […]