Budget reconciliation reshapes transportation funding future
As priorities shift, reevaluating the FY25 transportation budget is more important than ever.
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Idaho’s legislative session ends with approval of governor’s priority projects
Among the session’s highlights, $1 billion was approved to invest in critical transportation projects over the next three years.
Texas Senate approves measure to bolster grid against growing power demands
According to the Electric Reliability Council of Texas (ERCOT), the state is on track to have its electric demand outpace supply by 2026.
EPA revises standards for states affected by foreign pollution
The move could lower air regulations in states with high levels of pollution.
State efficiency programs emerge following federal DOGE model
As the fervor of government efficiency presses onward, an increasing number of states will establish their own reform departments.
FEMA terminates $1B infrastructure resilience program
The remaining $882 million in estimated funds will be reallocated to FEMA’s Disaster Relief Fund or the U.S. Treasury.
Michigan approves amendments putting millions into economic development, manufacturing sector
The latest amendments and program updates align with the state’s “Make It in Michigan” economic development strategy.
Texas Senate passes bill to create DOGE-inspired efficiency office
The bill will now move into the Texas House, where it will be heard in committee before it can be debated on the floor.
Texas stands firm on satellite broadband commitment despite policy shifts
The Texas Broadband Development Office reaffirmed its commitment to launch a Low Earth Orbit (LEO) Satellite Grant Program.
White House unveils National Resilience Strategy, FEMA’s future is uncertain
President Trump signed an executive order to overhaul federal preparedness and response policies.
