The Pennsylvania State Transportation Committee (STC) has adopted an $88 billion plan that focuses on renovating, rebuilding and adding to transportation infrastructure throughout the state. The 12-year plan (TYP) will fund improvements to roads, bridges, transportation systems, airports, locomotives and active networks. The 2025 TYP, which will address all forms of ground, air and rail […]
Autonomous vessels that use sensors and technology to control speed, navigate and avoid collisions have failed to gain widespread commercial use largely due to cost and safety concerns, according to a report recently released by the U.S. General Accountability Office. While the boats can be operated without a crew, current maritime regulations require minimum crew […]
Nine school districts in New Hampshire have received $31 million in rebates to support purchasing 110 clean school buses and charging infrastructure as part of the 2023 Clean School Bus Program rebate awards. The rebates will help New Hampshire speed up the transition to zero-emission vehicles by replacing older, diesel-powered school buses, which have been […]
The National Science Foundation (NSF) has launched a $5 million initiative to accelerate the development of quantum technologies, funding five innovative pilot projects under the new National Quantum Virtual Laboratory (NQVL) program. Each project will receive $1 million for a one-year period as part of a broader effort to maintain U.S. leadership at the forefront […]
The Port of Oakland and the Northwest Seaport Alliance, encompassing the Ports of Seattle and Tacoma, have joined a U.S. Department of Transportation public-private partnership designed to provide comprehensive information about the U.S. supply chain. The Freight Logistics Optimization Works (FLOW) initiative stems from interdepartmental efforts in 2021 to address disruptions caused by the COVID-19 […]
Many federal programs support revitalization projects for cities and specific neighborhoods and currently, there is an abundance of revenue flowing to cities. The Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program, administered by the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), is one of the oldest and best-known programs supporting municipal revitalization projects. The federal agency also […]
Profiles in Power highlights public officials nationwide who are improving their communities through their dedication, enthusiasm, creativity, and experience. This week’s profile is Robert J. Rodriguez, president and CEO of the Dormitory Authority of the State of New York (DASNY). Public career highlights and education: I am a graduate of Yale University and spent seven […]