Kentucky receives funding for rural water infrastructure
On Aug. 12, 2026, U.S. Department of Agriculture Rural Development Kentucky State Director Travis T. Burton and Congressman Hal Rogers
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Senators introduce cybersecurity bill after recent water attacks
In the wake of the recent cyberattacks on public water utilities, U.S. Senators Amy Klobuchar (D-MN) and Adam Schiff (D-CA)
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EPA issues new checklist to strengthen drinking water systems
On Aug. 13, 2026, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) released an important guidance document for state partners to ensure
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Michigan’s Blue Water Bridge project enters next phase
The Michigan Department of Transportation and local officials gathered to celebrate the two milestones of the Blue Water Bridge, also
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Arizona’s infrastructure must keep up with growing demand
The Arizona Section of ASCE released the 2026 Report Card for Arizona’s Infrastructure on Aug. 11, 2026, revealing the state
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Senators introduce legislation for critical transportation infrastructure delivery
U.S. Senators Tammy Duckworth (D-IL) and Dave McCormick (R-PA) introduced the Transit for Urban Renewal and Business Opportunities Act (TURBO
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Multiple states report cyberattacks on water infrastructure
As of Aug. 6, 2026, at least a dozen states have experienced cyberattacks in their public water systems. The states
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PennDOT releases $90 billion infrastructure program
The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) released its 2027 12-Year Program (TYP), the Commonwealth’s official mid-range planning tool. The largest
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AASHTO releases analysis of Continuing Resoltuon Act
On Aug. 2, 2026, the U.S. Senate released the text of a Continuing Resolution (CR) that would keep the federal
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New York announces $434 million for statewide water infrastructure improvements
On Aug. 7, 2026, New York Governor Kathy Hochul announced the approval of $434 million for water and sewer infrastructure
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NACo urges Congress to maintain existing transportation funding
The National Association of Counties (NACo) urged Congress to maintain full funding levels for surface transportation by extending it in
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DOE announces expansion of reliable energy access
On July 29, 2026, the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) announced partnerships with several energy utilities to redevelop portions of
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AASHTO urges Congress to advance BUILD America 250 Act
The American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials (AASHTO) joined 60 other organizations in calling on Congressional leadership to
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New Jersey receives $165 million for infrastructure improvements
The Sherrill Administration, funded through the New Jersey Transportation Trust Fund (TTF), announced the release of $165 million in Fiscal
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Louisiana receives $26 million to improve road connectivity
Rep. Mike Johnson announced nearly $26 million in funding for two projects in Louisiana’s Fourth Congressional District to improve road
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New York addresses local wastewater challenges
New York Governor Kathy Hochul announced nearly $26 million in funding to address and mitigate current wastewater limitations that are
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USDOT launches AI initiative to modernize nationwide transportation
On July 22, 2026, the U.S. Transportation Department (USDOT) launched a new initiative to optimize and modernize the United States’
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EPA announces $30 million to support small water systems
On July 24, 2026, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced $30 million in grant funding, under EPA’s Real Water
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Connecticut invests in rural infrastructure improvements
Connecticut Governor Ned Lamont and Connecticut Transportation Commissioner Garrett Eucalitto announced that nearly $10 million in grants are being awarded
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Mississippi makes headwinds in strengthening transportation
The Mississippi Department of Transportation (MDOT) announced several updates to projects in the south region, marking a new era for
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Senator introduces legislation to strengthen Idaho’s water infrastructure
U.S. Senator Mike Crapo (R-Idaho) joined a group of lawmakers in introducing two bills to strengthen Idaho’s water infrastructure, improve
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New York secures $58 million for Long Island’s infrastructure
New York Governor Kathy Hochul today announced several projects and upgrades vital to Long Island’s transportation infrastructure, enhancing safety for
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USDA invests $16 million in rural Iowa water infrastructure
Several communities in northwest Iowa will receive upgrades to their water systems to address aging infrastructure, including new wells for
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USDOT awards Denton, Texas, funds for road infrastructure
Denton, Texas, secured a $1 million grant from the United States Department of Transportation to fund the city’s first Intelligent
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EPA strives to accelerate water infrastructure investments
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) convened a roundtable on water infrastructure programs, including the State Revolving Funds, to identify
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