DOE, NASA ink agreement targeting permanent lunar nuclear reactor
Federal agencies are planning to deploy a nuclear fission power system on the Moon by 2030 to support sustained lunar missions.
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USDOT boosts advanced drone technology with new UAS test sites
USDOT has selected two new test sites to support drone integration, BVLOS operations and advanced air mobility.
DOE launches 13-state accelerator to spur geothermal energy development
DOE is partnering with 13 states through a new accelerator to reduce barriers and expand next-gen geothermal power.
DOT restructures licensing, environmental review process for ports
USDOT has shifted deepwater port licensing authority while seeking to streamline environmental reviews for port projects.
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.
NIST secures boosted $1.85B budget request under appropriations agreement
Congress advanced a $1.85 billion budget for NIST, expanding investments in AI, cybersecurity and facility construction.
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.
DOT restructures permitting process for deepwater ports
DOT is transferring deepwater port licensing authority while streamlining NEPA reviews under White House direction.
DOE unveils $2.7B in awards to strengthen national energy generation
DOE is investing more than $2.7 billion to expand U.S. uranium enrichment, advancing LEU and HALEU capacity nationwide.
Proposed federal workforce changes raise alarms for emergency response
Leaked DHS emails suggest FEMA may cut more than 10,800 jobs in 2026, raising concerns about disaster readiness.
