Allison Barnette Iowa universities plan expansions, tech labs and new facilities The Iowa Board of Regents has approved several new capital projects across state public universities, with new opportunities.
Miles Smith Santa Cruz study estimates $4.3B in costs for zero-emissions passenger rail line The Santa Cruz County Regional Transportation Commission has unveiled details to a proposed $4.3 billion rail line.
Strategic Partnerships New Jersey Turnpike Authority hosting final hearing on $6.2B bridge replacement The project plan lists a $6.2 billion budget for the bridge replacement with twin cable-stayed bridges doubling current capacity.
Veronica Piscitelli Massachusetts Clean Water Trust funds PFAS cleanup, water safety projects Funded by Massachusetts' State Revolving Loan Funds, this round of awards will target projects that enhance water treatment.
Adam Rollins Florida injects $1.7B to expedite I-4 highway projects The funding will expedite three road projects slated for construction in 2026, utilizing a Modified Phased Design-Build method.
Allison Barnette Los Angeles board redirects $604M to schools affected by 2025 Palisades Fire Funding for the school projects comes from the $9 billion Measure US Bond that had passed just months prior to the fire.
Strategic Partnerships New NTIA rules reshape $42B broadband grant program The NTIA has announced requirements for the $42.45B program, which seeks to connect underserved communities nationwide.
Strategic Partnerships Illinois approves over $55B state budget investing in infrastructure, education, healthcare Illinois has passed a $55.1 billion budget for fiscal year 2026, featuring site readiness funding, business incentives and education.
Miles Smith Vermont passes $2B infrastructure plan to support housing growth Vermont has passed a bill creating a $2 billion housing program, enabling future tax revenues for housing and infrastructure.
Adam Rollins Houston targets power, safety and housing in $314M recovery plan After Hurricane Beryl and a derecho windstorm, Houston is announcing recovery plans following $314M HUD grant.