Following an executive order issued by President Donald Trump last week requiring federal agencies to halt funding for two major laws passed during the Biden administration, the White House has issued a clarification on the order.  The order, titled “Unleashing American Energy,” sought to align funding from the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA) of […]

Pennsylvania is stepping forward in the national transportation revolution, announcing its own first-of-its-kind public transit technology that will enhance bus systems’ transparency and passengers’ access to service.  The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) is finalizing the Fixed Route Intelligent Transportation System (FRITS), a $32.6 million statewide technology and smartphone application that makes bus travel easier, […]

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) is unveiling a funding opportunity announcement (FOA) to spark new partnerships for geothermal energy research, manufacturing and deployment.  The DOE’s Geothermal Technologies Office (GTO) is announcing up to $19 million in grants to accelerate the deployment of geothermal energy to underdeveloped communities around the country. The federal grants, administered […]

California is investing millions to close the digital divide across the state.  The California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) has approved $32.5 million for several broadband projects.  The CPUC announced $28 million in funding for three broadband infrastructure projects as part of the $2 billion Last Mile Federal Funding Account grant program, which looks to expand […]

California – The North County Transit District has selected Adrienne Johnson as its human resources director. Johnson brings more than 15 years of human resources experience in the private sector to the role. She began her role Jan. 6, 2025. The post California’s North County Transit District selects new human resources director appeared first on Government Market News.

North Carolina – Shannon Myers has joined Gaston County as its next social services director. Myers most recently served as assistant division director for Mecklenburg County Social Services. Her tenure began Jan. 6, 2025. The post Gaston County, North Carolina, welcomes new social services director appeared first on Government Market News.

California – The city of Vernon has selected Brian Saeki to take over as city administrator. Saeki brings more than 28 years of public sector experience to the position, most recently as city manager for Whittier. He has also served as city manager for Covina and San Fernando. He will step into the role Feb. 24, 2025. The […]