DOT awards nearly $500M in funding for transportation projects
DOT awarded $488M in BUILD grants for road, rail, airport and port projects nationwide, supporting 30 total projects.
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DOI issues directive revoking federal wind, solar subsidies program
DOI ends federal subsidies for wind and solar projects under an EO and the federal budget, shifting support to fossil fuels and coal.
DOT awards federal grant for Cedar Rapids’ $25M flood mitigation project
Cedar Rapids has secured a $25 million DOT grant to fund levees, trails and a new flood wall, accelerating flood protection efforts.
DOE moves to eliminate accessibility rules for federally funded projects
The DOE plans to eliminate an accessibility regulation for projects, drawing opposition from the public and disability groups.
Coast Guard seeks industry partners for IT overhaul
The Coast Guard will launch a $100M IT overhaul through its new VIA contract, replacing systems and boosting cybersecurity.
Transportation projects can access higher federal loans under DOT policy change
USDOT updates program to raise loan cap to 49 percent, speeding major transportation development and reducing financial costs.
DOI launches $250M public land restoration initiative with P3s for America’s 250th birthday
The DOI unveils the $250 million Patriot Program to restore public lands and preserve sites for the nation's 250th anniversary.
Canadian National Railway commits $295M to improve American rail network
CN is investing $295 million in rail upgrades across six U.S. states, enhancing infrastructure, capacity and efficiency.
DOT tackles project backlog with $2.9B grant announcement
USDOT has cleared 1,065 projects worth roughly $10 billion so far this year, from a backlog of 3,200, according to the DOT.
U.S. Economic Development Administration opens $1.4B in grant opportunities nationwide
The funds are designed to aid communities affected by natural disasters in 2023 and 2024, and can be used for either construction or non-construction projects.
