Former Indiana homeland security chief to lead cybersecurity office
Indiana appoints Joel Thacker to lead its new Office of Cybersecurity, coordinating statewide preparedness.
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Maryland governor launches bipartisan initiative on AI governance
The governors of Maryland and Indiana are organizing a bipartisan effort to develop state AI governance recommendations.
Ohio expands drone operations to improve infrastructure project oversight
Ohio DOT deploys automated drone systems to monitor bridge construction and support infrastructure inspections.
Virginia targets grid modernization, distributed energy in new plan
Virginia's 2026 energy plan outlines grid upgrades, new generation, storage and more to address rising electricity demand.
California data center laws target energy, water and grid costs
California enacted seven laws establishing new requirements for data centers involving electricity, water use, utility costs and more.
Air traffic control modernization drives thousands of FAA projects
FAA is advancing thousands of air traffic control modernization projects while seeking additional funding for other upgrades.
Texas opens $100M-plus grant program for oil, gas wells
Texas oil and gas operators can apply for more than $100 million in grants to permanently plug eligible wells.
California fills leadership posts at new business, consumer agency
California Gov. Gavin Newsom appointed senior officials to the new Business and Consumer Services Agency.
Oregon, Illinois release statewide resilience, climate plans
Oregon and Illinois released statewide plans for disaster resilience and emissions reductions.
Federal maritime training network expands to 48 centers
MARAD designated 16 maritime workforce training Centers of Excellence, expanding the program to 48 centers operating 87 facilities.
