PFAS OUT is a cooperative effort to help communities comply with federal drinking water standards in the years to come. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Assistant Administrator for Water…
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FTA Invests in U.S. Ferry Infrastructure
Applications are open to companies interested in helping to expand water-based infrastructure. Department of Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy announced that the Federal Transit Administration (FTA) will invest $657…
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EPA Opens Grant Funding for Rural Community Water Management
The funding is to provide training and technical assistance for small water systems and private wells. The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced $30 million in grant funding…
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Security Incident at White House Correspondents’ Dinner
A Secret Service agent was injured, but all guests were safely evacuated Late Saturday evening, President Donald Trump and other government leaders were safely evacuated from the White…
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FHWA Invests in Rural Bridge Rebuilding Projects
The funding supports the repair and replacement of 119 bridges across multiple states. The Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) recently announced nearly $408 million in funding to support bridge…
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Federal Program Invests in Gas Pipeline Infrastructure Modernization
The funding supports repairs and safety upgrades for aging local distribution systems. The Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) announced $98 million in funding for projects directed…
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EPA Holds Roundtable Announcing Revitalization of Water Workforce Initiative
The agency is attempting to address the widespread shortage of qualified workers in the water sector. U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Assistant Administrator for Water Jess Kramer met with…
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Treasury and IRS Outline Next Phase of Opportunity Zone Designations
New guidance sets timeline and criteria for states to nominate investment areas beginning in 2026. The U.S. Department of the Treasury and the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) released…
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FCC Conditionally Approves Nexstar Purchase of TV Stations
The decision allows ownership transfer while requiring divestitures and commitments on local broadcasting. The Federal Communications Commission’s (FCC) Media Bureau approved the transfer of certain broadcast television stations…
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First Lady Addresses UN Security Council on Peace Through Education
It is the first time a first lady from any nation has presided over the council. First Lady Melania Trump presided over the United Nations Security Council meeting…
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