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.
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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.
New York announces more than $450M in grants for water projects
New York state officials announced $453 million in New York grants to modernize systems and protect public health.
Florida awards $311M to rebuild storm-damaged infrastructure
Florida announced $311 million in grants to repair infrastructure, focusing on rural Florida communities and disaster recovery.
White House order boosts commercial space, moon goals
The White House issued an executive order setting goals for a moon return, lunar reactors and commercial space growth.
DOE invests $320M for AI scientific research
The DOE announced more than $320 million to integrate AI, supercomputing and automation into scientific research.
FAA commits $6B for air traffic control upgrades
FAA will spend $6 billion by year's end on a rapid overhaul of air traffic control systems, upgrading telecom, radar and systems.
Alabama advances US Highway 43 expansion with $730M bond sale
Alabama approved $730 million in bonds to fund the West Alabama Highway project, expanding U.S. 43 and State Route 69.
Alaska plans $52M Cold Bay dock replacement project
Alaska officials are replacing Cold Bay’s aging dock, a vital link for ferry service and supplies to local communities.
