Feds allocate $50B to enhance rural healthcare systems
The U.S. will invest $50B in rural healthcare from FY26–30, with states submitting plans to access funds for clinics, hospitals and services.
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Florida solidifies agreement to fast-track Everglades’ restoration
Florida formalized a new deal to complete an Everglades reservoir by 2029, fast-tracking critical restoration infrastructure.
Augusta plans $25M sewer upgrade to spur industrial development, investment
Augusta plans a $25M sewer upgrade to support an industrial megasite and boost jobs, tax revenue and industrial growth.
Michigan boosts unmanned aviation technologies under new directive
Michigan launched an initiative to position Michigan as a leader in BLOVS aviation innovation, infrastructure and development.
Washington State launches $212M grant program for affordable housing developments
Washington State is accepting applications for $212 million in grants to fund affordable multifamily housing developments statewide.
Texas invests over $107M in infrastructure, road resilience projects
The Texas GLO is awarding $107 million to prepare communities for future disasters and make infrastructure more resilient.
California unveils two new state agencies to address housing crisis
California is reorganizing its housing strategy, creating two new cabinet agencies to prioritize affordable housing.
Bellevue opens $30M affordable housing fund for developers
The Washington State city is offering $30 million in joint housing funds to support affordable housing developments.
Fresno launches $100M road repair bond to tackle deferred maintenance
Fresno will issue $100 million in bonds to begin street repaving, addressing a portion of its $1.2 billion deferred maintenance backlog.
Virginia deploys AI review of government regulatory processes
Virginia launches the first agentic AI regulatory review, seeking to streamline state regulations using autonomous AI tools.
