Airports represent another industry sector that should not be impacted significantly by any federal funding support shrinkage. The critical nature of airport infrastructure, the immediate and obvious needs and the role air transportation plays in America’s economic...
As of press time on May 16, 2025. All figures and statistics in this report are current as of deadline but are subject to rapid change as the legislative session progresses. With just over two weeks remaining in the Texas Legislature’s 89th regular session,...
The Celina Independent School District (CISD) will move forward with a historic $2.3 billion investment in a slate of new school campuses and improvements to existing facilities. Voters approved the bond measure May 3. With funding secured, the district will start...
Major cities across the nation are sinking, affecting more than 34 million people and putting thousands of buildings at risk, according to newly released satellite data. In Texas, metropolitan areas such as Houston, San Antonio, Austin and Dallas are among the most...
A groundbreaking bipartisan bill designed to open and distribute vital funding to support water infrastructure has been approved by both the Texas House and Senate. If the governor approves Senate Bill 1967, the state will expand the definitions of a “flood...
The city of San Antonio has created an advisory body focused on advancing community-based transportation plans and policies. The Multimodal Transportation Commission will ensure the city places its residents first in all current and future transportation matters. The...
The Texas Water Development Board (TWDB) will distribute $113.5 million to support water and wastewater system improvements, line replacement and contaminant remediation projects. The city of Paducah will receive the largest sum—$22.7 million—to make various water...
The City of Victoria has approved a $35 million renovation of its community center to transform the venue into a modern, multi-use facility capable of accommodating a broader range of events and activities. The renovation project includes a new covered arena with...
Port Houston is once again ranked the top waterway in the U.S., according to a report issued by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE). The sheer volume of tonnage passing through the port, compared to the report’s runner-up, is so large that the difference alone is...
Ben Thatcher City Manager, City of Boerne My career highlights and education: Growing up in a city management family, I’ve dedicated over 23 years to local government. I’m currently the city manager of Boerne, Texas—guiding a 23,000-resident community with a...
Throughout the U.S., projects to upgrade, modernize and stabilize basic infrastructure will launch over the next several years. The infrastructure needs are critical, and public officials are committed to meeting the challenge of protecting public assets and providing...
Federal officials are planning an overhaul of air traffic control. The U.S. Department of Transportation is embarking on an ambitious effort. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy recently unveiled the initiative to redesign the nation’s air traffic control...
The federal government is taking a department-wide approach to funding infrastructure projects throughout the nation. The U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT) announced more than $3.2 billion in funding for 180 infrastructure projects, seeking to push out...
Investors in conventional energy and construction engineers may find temporary relief in federal building projects—at least for now. The Department of Energy (DOE) announced a one-year pause on a Biden-era rule requiring a 90% reduction in on-site fossil fuel use by...
Virginia has launched a business accelerator to help it compete for high-profile investment projects. The Made in Virginia Investment Accelerator (MVIA) is intended to coordinate state agencies for an efficient and expedited client journey by delivering...
Education, workforce development and infrastructure win out as Missouri’s government prepares for the World Cup in 2026. The Missouri legislature approved a new operating budget for fiscal year (FY) 2026, narrowly avoiding the constitutional deadline. While lawmakers...
Andy Gipson – Commissioner of Agriculture and Commerce, State of Mississippi My public career highlights and education: I attended Mississippi College, where I double majored in history and political science and Christian studies. I learned a lot about public...
Transportation infrastructure projects, especially related to bridge work, continue to roll through pre-construction phases throughout the country. Bridge replacement projects carry extremely high price tags, and although bridge upgrade projects tend to be somewhat...
Community colleges in the San Antonio area have unlocked nearly a billion dollars for facility upgrades and expansions. In a recent election, voters approved an Alamo Colleges District bond package totaling $987 million, with more than 77,000 people voting in favor of...
Texas utility regulators approved a groundbreaking infrastructure plan to construct the state’s first extra high voltage transmission lines, intended to address growing energy demands in the oil-rich Permian Basin. The Public Utility Commission of Texas (PUCT)...
The University of Texas (UT) System will create a permanent home for the School of Civic Leadership at UT Austin, using $100 million allocated by the Board of Regents. The investment will enable the university to renovate the century-old Biological Laboratories (BIO)...
The City of Austin is working to secure additional federal funding to replace the Barton Springs Road Bridge, seeking support to compensate for gaps in the project’s anticipated budget. The project is in the design phase, with construction planned for 2027. Efforts to...
The Texas General Land Office (GLO) has approved another $45 million to supplement critical regional mitigation efforts across the state. The funding will enable two counties and four municipalities to execute water and roadway infrastructure improvements. Nueces...
Houston Independent School District (HISD) is preparing to move forward with a $40 million capital improvement program targeting critical HVAC and roofing needs across 36 campuses. The improvements, expected to take place during the 2025-26 school year, are intended...
Texas has been ranked the number one state for business for the 21st year in a row, according to an annual survey conducted by Chief Executive magazine. Ranked first above all 50 states, Texas has shown a continual dominance over its competition, drawing from the...
