States, territories making progress on BEAD funding requirements
As of last month, all states have submitted both volumes for approval, and some are already working on the challenge process
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Maryland DOT announces $55 million to reduce transportation emissions
Funding comes from Federal Highway Administrations' Carbon Reduction Program, which will dedicate $94 million to MDOT over five years
DOI announces $35 million for water supply projects in western states
Projects funded will help ensure consistent water supply and mitigate the impact of climate change
EPA allocates $206 million to help restore Chesapeake Bay
Most of the money — $193 million — will support enhancing storm water infrastructure practices to urban tree canopy planting
Pennsylvania releases $105 million for transportation, pipeline projects
State funds will help aid transit safety and resource accessibility
New York, New Jersey Port Authority approves $160 million airport access project
Project will increase transit accessibility for underserved Newark and Elizabeth neighborhoods
Origami module shown to create load-bearing infrastructure
University of Michigan system utilizes thicker components that can fold into different shapes to create bridges, walls, bus stops, columns and shelters
FAA grants to support airport traffic control tower upgrades
Awards are specifically for smaller and regional airports to improve safety operations
FAA announces $110 million for airport safety projects
Funds will support construction of taxiways, upgrades to snow-removal equipment and enhanced safety measures for fire rescue
Commerce Department releases $8.5 billion for semiconductor manufacturing
Funds planned to support projects in Arizona, New Mexico, Ohio and Oregon
