The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) recently completed an audit of beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS) unmanned aircraft technologies to help establish firm operations, policy and rulemaking procedures. As drone technologies become a more widely utilized asset, the need to expand regulatory frameworks to accommodate more complex operations beyond current regulation parameters has become apparent. […]
The Utah Department of Transportation (UDOT) is introducing plans to widen a portion of Interstate 15 (I-15) through St. George. The estimated $195 million project includes adding two new underpasses, constructing new lanes and addressing drainage issues. The funds will support an effort to widen a 2.5-mile stretch of I-15 between St. George Boulevard (Exit […]
Texas City has selected an architect to design an upcoming $41.5 million municipal complex. Currently in the design phase, construction is expected to begin in May 2026. The existing city hall no longer has the capacity to effectively serve the logistical needs of Texas City, according to project officials. The decision to build a new […]
Arizona is planning to spend $11.5 billion on statewide capital improvements to crucial transportation infrastructure through 2030. The Arizona State Transportation Board recently approved the 2026-2030 Five-Year Transportation Facilities Construction Program, which emphasizes pavement and bridge improvements and expands several key highways. The program features over $11 billion in transportation investments for roads, bridges and […]
In celebration of the United States’ 250th birthday next year, the Department of the Interior (DOI) has announced a three-year pilot program investing $250 million to restore and revitalize the nation’s public lands. Titled the Patriot Program, the initiative will prioritize investments in critical infrastructure, preservation and public access projects. The DOI will accomplish the […]
As part of the state’s 2025 legislative session, Texas lawmakers have approved a $25 million investment for a heat reduction and streetscape project in Dallas. Dallas has repeatedly been identified as having one of the worst urban heat islands (UHI) in the country. Aside from numerous days over 100º, the UHI effect makes city streets […]
Pennsylvania residents will find it safer to travel as local entities will soon be able to access up to $80 million from the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) to improve multimodal, pedestrian and bicyclist infrastructure. The agency announced the availability as part of the latest round of the Transportation Alternatives (TA) Set-Aside program. Applications will […]