Cybersecurity, AI lead state technology priorities in 2026 survey
Cybersecurity, shared services and AI lead state technology priorities as governments accelerate digital modernization.
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New Jersey launches new nuclear development task force
New Jersey has begun planning for new nuclear generation, with task force groups examining a variety of issues.
Wyoming names Nancy Vehr interim environmental quality director
Wyoming Gov. Mark Gordon appointed Nancy Vehr interim DEQ director following longtime Director Todd Parfitt’s retirement.
Michigan commits $89M to river cleanup, restoration
Michigan is committing $89 million to clean up contaminated sediment and restore habitat and recreational access along rivers.
TxDOT’s 10-year plan outlines $95B in transportation investments
Texas’ new 10-year transportation plan advances major highway investments in Houston, Dallas, Austin and Collin County.
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DOE targets space solar manufacturing with R&D program
The Energy Department is offering funding for space photovoltaic R&D.
Arizona opens infrastructure financing districts for housing development
Arizona is accepting petitions for districts that can finance roads, water systems and other infrastructure for housing developments.
EPA financing supports $251M investment in California water reuse
A California water authority closed a $251 million EPA loan to build an advanced purification facility.
Freight bottlenecks are creating a new wave of infrastructure opportunities
Agencies are advancing major freight corridor projects, creating opportunities in highway, bridge and infrastructure contracting.
School district budgets are incredibly tight, but billions in facility needs cannot wait
Almost every school district in America is suffering from budget crunches. However, contracting partners are in high demand.
A shift in federal water policy is creating new contracting opportunities
Federal and state water funding is supporting wastewater, stormwater and restoration projects.
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Nebraska moves to consolidate cybersecurity information sharing
Nebraska plans a statewide cybersecurity information-sharing center combining existing capabilities.
WisDOT directs $369M to local road and bridge improvements
Wisconsin will direct $369.1 million to road and bridge projects through its Surface Transportation and Local Bridge programs.
Colorado submits maximum 91 tracts for Opportunity Zone designation
Colorado nominated 91 census tracts for federal Opportunity Zone designation, targeting new investment in infrastructure.
Troy Lestina helps guide Mansfield’s growth and financial future
Mansfield Deputy City Manager and CFO Troy Lestina discusses public service, leadership, community growth and the new City Hall.
