Legislative housing reform surges as states tackle supply shortage
States passed record pro-housing laws in 2025, with Texas and California leading zoning and permitting reforms.
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Louisiana authorizes task force to study higher education institution accreditation
Louisiana forms a task force to study college and university accreditation processes and evaluate multistate proposals for higher ed.
White House reforms federal grantmaking process under new executive order
The White House issues an order to overhaul federal grantmaking, tightening reviews, adding new rules and oversight compliance.
USDOT proposes rule to expand drone operations beyond visual line of sight
The DOT is proposing a rule to expand drone operations, streamlining approvals and enabling wider commercial drone use.
BOEM ends speculative wind development in designated offshore areas
BOEM has rescinded all offshore wind areas on the Outer Continental Shelf, halting new leases and reviewing existing energy projects.
CISA unveils new guidance for zero-trust network deployment
CISA has released new guidance to help agencies adopt zero-trust architecture, reducing hacker's access to network systems.
New York unveils legislative push, $30M to revamp wastewater systems
Gov. Hochul announced $30 million for advanced wastewater upgrades to reduce pollution and improve water quality.
Oregon strengthens wildfire response with signing of two bills
Oregon Gov. Tina Kotek signs wildfire response bills, creating a dedicated fund and approving $150 million in mitigation funding.
New EPA proposal seeks to reshape greenhouse gas rules for vehicles
The EPA has proposed rescinding its authority to regulate greenhouse gas emissions from motor vehicles.
White House seeks cryptocurrency oversight with GENIUS Act signing
The White House signed a new bill, establishing regulations, protections and transparency for certain cryptocurrencies.
