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Texas lawmakers will have nearly $195 billion for next budget, comptroller projects

The projected ending balance for 2024-2025 includes $4.5 billion in unspent contingent appropriations for public education and education savings accounts.

Jerrod Kingery

State legislatures convene nationwide, prioritizing housing, AI, energy concerns

All 50 U.S. state legislatures are scheduled to convene for their regular sessions in 2025.

Keaton Peters

Massachusetts creates hub for AI innovation with $100 million investment

The AI Hub will focus on three main areas: access to advanced computing, fostering innovation and ensuring ethical AI development.

Brady Pieper

Maryland settles litigation hampering State Center complex revitalization in Baltimore

The State Center complex, originally proposed for redevelopment in 2006, was envisioned as a public-private partnership to modernize and transform the site.

Brady Pieper

Pennsylvania announces $216 million in financing for water infrastructure projects

The funded water projects will address critical needs such as replacing aging lead service lines and rehabilitating outdated water treatment systems.

Brady Pieper

Minnesota deploys $52 million in federal grants to expand broadband internet access

The grants will support the efforts of Minnesota broadband providers to extend high-speed internet services in counties throughout the state.

Miles Smith

DOE releasing $249 million for Louisiana energy infrastructure projects

Projects include enhancing access to power at hubs that often serve as a last resort for residents seeking shelter during and after storms.

Government Market News Staff

California invests almost $50 million in Castle in-land port

California – A $49.6 grant from the California State Transportation Agency (CalSTA) will soon help Merced County build an on-site inland port and further develop its rail district. The funding comes from a $1.2 billion state plan to improve freight infrastructure, support goods

Government Market News Staff

State of Pennsylvania invests $49.6M in transportation infrastructure

Pennsylvania – The Multimodal Transportation Fund is distributing $49.6 million to fund 58 transportation infrastructure projects in 37 Pennsylvania counties. Approved projects were selected based on safety benefits, regional economic conditions, technical and financial feasibility, job creation, energy efficiency and operational sustainability. The

Government Market News Staff

California contributes $80M to multi-billion-dollar regional water recycling project

California – The Metropolitan Water District of Southern California’s Pure Water program recently got a shot in the arm of $80 million from the state. This project aims to turn wastewater into drinking water. Pure Water Southern California currently has a demonstration facility

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