VDOT advances $195 million Mayo Bridge replacement
Richmond and VDOT plan a $195 million Mayo Bridge replacement, cutting vehicle lanes, expanding pedestrian access.
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California awards $419M for housing, with $500M more planned
California awarded $419 million in HHAP funding to expand homelessness housing statewide, with another $500 million planned.
Interior launches coordinated effort to streamline wildfire management, response
The DOI has launched a unified fire service to streamline response, improve coordination and strengthen support for states.
Ohio Turnpike approves $246.8M capital budget for 2026
Ohio Turnpike officials approved a $246.8 million capital plan for 2026 funding upgrades across the 241-mile corridor.
Public university partnerships to lead nuclear development under DOE NOFO
DOE is opening a funding opportunity, seeking to partner public entities in developing new nuclear energy capabilities.
Delaware unveils next climate plan with net-zero emissions goal
Delaware’s updated climate action plan targets emissions cuts, clean energy growth and resilience investments.
FEMA launches $250M grant program for drone security
FEMA awarded $250 million through its counter-drone grant program to help states protect airspace around FIFA World Cup.
Federal approval gives Iowa new flexibility over education dollars
Iowa is the first state approved for a federal waiver, consolidating select federal programs into a block grant through 2028.
Space Coast, highways top Florida’s $117B budget plan
Florida’s new budget invests heavily in spaceport upgrades, transportation projects and rural infrastructure statewide.
DOE awards Tennessee $400M for small modular reactor project
Tennessee secured a $400 million DOE grant to develop the nation’s first commercial SMR at the Clinch River site.
