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.
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New York seeks proposals for new cruise terminal development in Buffalo
The RFP comes after the state evaluated Buffalo’s port infrastructure, facilities and feasibility for Great Lakes Cruises' move to New York.
Baltimore mayor’s $4.69B budget plan targets public safety, neighborhood development
Mayor Scott said the budget is focused on revenue generation, optimizing city costs and agency savings.
Albuquerque Council approves $180M infrastructure package for upcoming vote
The 10-year budget features 115 projects across various sectors, including public safety, libraries, streets and senior centers.
Rhode Island launches $108M initiative to bridge digital divide
Eligible applicants include private companies, local governments, nonprofits, utilities, cooperatives and public-private partnerships.
Texas BDO awards $10M to replace broadband poles in underserved areas
Recipients will use the funds to reimburse projects that remove and replace poles in underserved regions.
Florida announces $389M for water quality and infrastructure projects
The WQI program prioritizes projects that address nutrient pollution and water bodies that don’t meet water quality standards.
OCTA requests emergency permit to protect Southern California rail line
Without emergency action, the rail service will likely be disrupted due to natural disasters such as seismic activity or landslides.
Ohio voters to decide on $2.5B infrastructure bond package
If approved, the state would issue $2.5 billion in general obligation bonds to fund projects over 10 years.
DOE seeks partners for data center development on federal land
DOE intends to forge public-private partnerships that can accelerate both AI capabilities and energy infrastructure development.
