Pennsylvania plans to invest $88 billion into transportation projects
Plan that addresses all forms of ground, air and rail infrastructure calls for a 5% increase in overall spending compared with 2023
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EPA awards $31 million for NH schools to replace diesel buses with cleaner models
Program funds the purchase of electric, propane and compressed natural gas vehicles
NSF invests millions in quantum computing pilot projects
Technology has potential to revolutionize fields from computing and communication to sensing and imaging tools
Renewable-to-liquid energy initiatives receive millions in funding
Department of Energy investing $41 million on researching, producing liquid energy from renewable sources
Sonoma County to invest $28.2 million to reduce energy, water use at government buildings
Projects include building a 1.8 megawatt solar energy system at the County Administration Center campus
EPA awards $188 million loan to improve Florida water resilience
Funds will support plans to expand several water treatment facilities, install a network of water mains and pump stations, reduce effluent discharges
FAA releases additional $566 million in grants for airport infrastructure
Funds can be used for projects such as planning, development, sustainability initiatives, terminal expansions
New York announces $200 million in new funds for electric school buses
Funds support purchase of electric buses, charging infrastructure, fleet electrification planning
HUD makes millions available for affordable housing developments
Programs support communities that have demonstrated a commitment to affordable housing laws and regulations
Wisconsin makes $100 million available for agricultural roads
Project highways must provide access to agricultural lands or facilities that produce agricultural goods
