Rebuilding the Rules: Contractors face most significant DBE shake-up in 40 years
Applicants to the USDOT's DBE program are set for new requirements under an interim rule that mandates further reporting.
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Executive orders accelerate nuclear energy testing, development
The orders allow for reactor design testing at the DOE National Labs and clear the way for construction on federal lands.
Trump selects $175B design for missile defense system
In a White House press conference Tuesday, President Trump selected a $175 billion design plan for the “Golden Dome” initiative.
DOE suspends clean energy requirement for federal buildings
The Department of Energy (DOE) announced a one-year pause on a Biden-era rule requiring a reduction in on-site fossil fuel use.
Coal power gets regulatory relief under new White House plan
The compliance delay will benefit nearly 70 coal-fired power plant facilities and stationary sources around the nation.
DOGE reportedly takes reins of $500B grants.gov platform
The platform provides funding opportunities for municipalities, organizations and entities.
Federal judge orders release of frozen climate project funds
The nationwide injunction will order the administration to honor existing commitments from two federal grant programs.
Funding support for public projects is showing no slowdown
The likelihood that private sector investments in future public projects will increase is almost a certainty.
USDA releases frozen rural energy funds with new guidelines
Some programs, including those currently funded, may need to align with new goals set by the Trump administration.
FCC launches deregulation initiative, seeks industry input
The FCC is seeking public input on every rule that could be eliminated to reduce regulatory burdens in the telecommunications sector.
