Tag: funding
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Governor DeWine Announces $8.5 Million for Ohio Transportation Infrastructure to Boost Economy
Ohio Governor Mike DeWine announced $8.5 million in transportation funding across 21 counties. These 24 ODOT projects will boost economic development, create over 32,500 jobs, and attract more than $2 billion in private investment, enhancing infrastructure and community vitality.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessUSAGeneral PoliticsState GovernmentsEconomyEmployment and LaborTransportation OhioGovernor Mike DeWineODOTTransportation InfrastructureEconomic DevelopmentJob CreationFundingOhio Governors Office
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Media Monitor: Sierra Club urges rejection of Sites Reservoir funding increase
Sierra Club is reporting that it is urging the California Water Commission to reject a proposed $268.9 million funding increase for the Sites Reservoir project, citing escalating costs and environmental concerns.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessState GovernmentsEconomyEnvironmentSocial Issues Sites ReservoirCalifornia Water Commissionfundinginflationenvironmental impacttribal landpublic benefitsSierra Club
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Media Monitor: House Passes Funding for Immigration Agencies
The Washington Post is reporting that the House of Representatives has passed legislation to fund immigration agencies, including ICE, after weeks of delays. The bill now awaits President Donald Trump's signature.
Politics and GovernmentMediaGeneral PoliticsFederal GovernmentCongressWhite HouseLaw Enforcement House of RepresentativesImmigration AgenciesICELegislationFundingDonald TrumpWashington PostThe Washington Post
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Media Monitor: House passes $70 billion funding for ICE, Border Patrol
USA TODAY is reporting that the House of Representatives has approved a bill allocating approximately $70 billion to ICE and Border Patrol over several years, sending it to President Trump's desk.
Politics and GovernmentLaw EnforcementFederal GovernmentCongressEconomySocial Issues House of RepresentativesICEBorder PatrolFundingLegislationDonald TrumpBorder SecurityUSA TODAY
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CAH to Host Public Art Grant Review Session
The DC Commission on the Arts and Humanities is holding a review session for its Public Art Building Communities grant applicants on June 16. The program funds new public art projects, with grants available for Fiscal Year 2027.
BusinessPolitics and GovernmentMediaEconomyEducationSocial IssuesGeneral Politics DC Commission on the Arts and HumanitiesCAHPublic Art Building CommunitiesPABCpublic artgrant programfundingDC Commission on the Arts and Humanities (CAH)
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Media Monitor: Melinda French Gates Donates $215 Million to Women's Health
TIME magazine is reporting that Melinda French Gates is donating $215 million to women's health through her organization, Pivotal. She told TIME the investment is critical for women's power in society.
HealthBusinessSocial IssuesMedical ScienceEducation Melinda French GatesPivotalWomen's HealthPhilanthropySocial ProgressWomen's EmpowermentFundingTIME magazine
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Media Monitor: Senate Approves $70 Billion for ICE, Border Patrol
USA TODAY reports the U.S. Senate has backed a $70 billion funding measure for ICE and Border Patrol, which will now move to the House for final approval.
Politics and GovernmentGeneral PoliticsFederal GovernmentCongressLaw Enforcement US SenateICEBorder PatrolFundingLegislationHouse of RepresentativesGovernmentUSA TODAY
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Media Monitor: TIME Reports on Trump Administration's Plan to Politicize Federal Grants
TIME magazine is reporting on proposed changes by the Trump Administration that would allow appointees to block federal grants. These changes would empower officials to deny funding not aligned with the President's priorities.
Politics and GovernmentGeneral PoliticsFederal GovernmentWhite House Trump AdministrationFederal GrantsPoliticizationGovernmentPoliticsFundingPolicy ChangesTIME magazine
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Media Monitor: Trump Diverts Park Fees for D.C. Events
The Washington Post is reporting that President Donald J Trump is diverting millions from national park visitor fees to fund a July 4 celebration and D.C. fountains, impacting national park infrastructure.
Politics and GovernmentFederal GovernmentGeneral PoliticsEconomySocial Issues Donald J TrumpNational ParksWashington D.C.July 4InfrastructureFundingGovernmentThe Washington Post
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Port of Seattle Awards Over $600,000 to 35 Tourism Projects
The Port of Seattle's 2026-27 Tourism Marketing Support Program has awarded over $600,000 to 35 diverse projects in King County and Washington state, aiming to boost visitor spending, local jobs, and community strength, particularly in under-resourced areas.
BusinessPolitics and GovernmentUSAEconomyState GovernmentsEmployment and LaborTransportationSocial Issues Port of SeattleTourismMarketingFundingWashington StateKing CountyEconomic Development
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Arkansas Governor Allocates Additional Funds for 2024 Storm Recovery
Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders has authorized $439,613.26 from Arkansas's Disaster Response and Recovery Fund to assist political subdivisions affected by severe storms and flooding on January 22, 2024, covering program and administrative costs.
Politics and GovernmentWeatherBusinessState GovernmentsEconomyEnvironmentGeneral Weather Sarah Huckabee SandersArkansasDisaster ResponseFloodingSevere StormsFundingEmergency ManagementArkansas Governor
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Governor Ivey Announces Workshops for Alabama's $203 Million Rural Health Transformation Program
Governor Kay Ivey announced six workshops next week for Alabama's new Rural Health Transformation Program. Funded by $203 million from CMS, these sessions will inform healthcare providers on applying for funding to improve rural healthcare.
HealthPolitics and GovernmentBusinessUSAState GovernmentsFederal GovernmentMedical ScienceEconomyEmployment and LaborEducation AlabamaRural HealthHealthcare TransformationADECAGovernor Kay IveyWorkshopsFundingAlabama Governor's Office
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Governor Sanders Allocates Over $3.1 Million for Arkansas Water Infrastructure Projects
Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders announced over $3.1 million for water and wastewater projects benefiting four Arkansas communities and more than 11,000 residents. This funding supports critical infrastructure improvements and aligns with the state's economic growth initiatives.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessHealthState GovernmentsEconomyEnvironmentAgriculture Sarah Huckabee SandersArkansasWater InfrastructureWastewater ProjectsEconomic DevelopmentFundingArkansas Water PlanArkansas Governor
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EPA Allocates $27 Million to Combat Lead in Arkansas Drinking Water
The EPA has announced $27.4 million in funding for Arkansas to remove lead pipes from drinking water systems. This investment aims to protect children and families from lead exposure, a critical public health concern.
Politics and GovernmentHealthGeneral PoliticsFederal GovernmentState GovernmentsEnvironmentMedical ScienceSocial Issues Environmental Protection AgencyArkansasLead PipesDrinking WaterFundingPublic HealthWater Infrastructure
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Media Monitor: Trump Ballroom Construction Begins Amid Legal, Funding Challenges
The Washington Post reports that construction has started on the ground floor of a ballroom project, which will include a kitchen and offices for the first lady, despite ongoing court battles and funding disputes.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessWhite HouseGeneral PoliticsLegal TrumpBallroomConstructionFirst LadyLegal BattleFundingWashington PostThe Washington Post
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Los Angeles to Launch First Capital Infrastructure Program
Mayor Karen Bass and City Council will unveil Los Angeles's first Capital Infrastructure Program on May 4. This initiative aims to address decades of underfunding for critical city infrastructure like roads, parks, and public buildings.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessGeneral PoliticsEconomyTransportation Mayor Karen BassLos AngelesCapital Infrastructure ProgramInfrastructureCity CouncilFundingPublic Works
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Japan Selects Investment Projects for US Funding
Japan has chosen specific investment projects to receive funding from the United States. This decision precedes Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's upcoming visit to the White House.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessWhite HouseEconomyAsia JapanInvestment ProjectsFundingSanae TakaichiEconomic TiesThe Japan Times
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Media Monitor: Congress Votes to Cut Public Media Funding
Poynter reports that Congress has voted to cut federal funding for public broadcasting, eliminating support for NPR, PBS and local stations, a move NPR calls a risk to public safety.
Politics and GovernmentMediaBusinessFederal GovernmentCongressWhite HouseDigital and Print PublishingLaw EnforcementSocial Issues PoynterDonald TrumpNPRPBSKatherine MaherFunding