Water infrastructure gets $113.5M boost in Texas
TWDB will distribute $113.5 million to support water and wastewater system improvements, line replacement and contaminant remediation projects.
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Nearly $1B approved for San Antonio technical education growth
Voters approved an Alamo Colleges District bond package totaling $987 million for new programs and facility expansions.
UT System commits $100M to expand civic leadership program
The investment will enable the university to renovate the century-old Biological Laboratories (BIO) building.
NTIA extends $42B BEAD program proposal deadlines
The National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA) has extended the deadline for final proposals by 90 days.
Kansas establishes task force to develop 10-year water plan
The group will be responsible for evaluating critical risks to Kansas’ water resources.
State board funds Baltimore waterfront park, conservation areas
Maryland is investing $15.7 million in open space conservation and recreational space improvements in communities across the state.
Colorado’s $43.9B budget prioritizes health care, education
The overall financial plan will inject billions of dollars into Colorado’s infrastructure, economy and public health and safety initiatives.
Texas budget negotiations enter critical phase
Both chambers have prioritized education and property tax relief in their budget proposals.
Mizzou’s $1B reactor to bolster cancer treatment research
The University of Missouri is moving ahead with a state-of-the-art nuclear research reactor to advance cancer treatment.
Arkansas invests $575M in water infrastructure through new laws
The governor signed three bills investing $575 million in water infrastructure with grants for rural systems and shovel-ready projects.
