Infrastructure Investment
Erie County Receives $710K for Water Quality from PA Investment Authority
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Building Trades Unions in North America Back Biden for President
The Facts - The North America’s Building Trades Unions (NABTU) formally endorsed Joe Biden and Kamala Harris in their annual national legislative conference. Biden's achievements such as the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, Chips and Science Act, and Inflation Reduction Act, were praised by NABTU for benefiting the working class. NABTU plans to run an unprecedented field […]
Buttigieg Declares Infrastructure Funding | Transport Topics
The Facts - Secretary Pete Buttigieg is focusing on improving connectivity along mobility corridors and funding projects for climate resilience and helping disenfranchised communities. The 2021's Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act has allowed for billions of dollars for supply chain programs and expanding emergency response accounts. Maryland officials are calling for emergency aid for the […]
Oregon PERF contributes $350M to Stonepeak fund in $1.5B assets plan
The Facts - Oregon Public Employees Retirement Fund (PERF) has invested $350 million in Stonepeak Infrastructure Fund. The investment is part of Oregon PERF's larger plan to invest $1.5 billion in real assets. Stonepeak Infrastructure Fund seeks long-term, stable returns from infrastructure-related assets. Oregon PERF Invests in Stonepeak Fund; Part of $1.5bn Real Assets Plan […]
Governor signs bill to boost aviation infrastructure investment
The Facts - Governor Laura Kelly signed House Bill 2498, investing more in Kansas public airports. The bill increases funding for the Kansas Airport Improvement Program from $5 million to $15 million. The increased funding will support initiatives like safety enhancements and modernization of infrastructure. Kansas Governor Signs House Bill 2498 for Airport Investment Governor […]
AFL-CIO President Comments on UAW Vote at VW Tennessee Plant
The Facts - AFL-CIO President Liz Shuler hails the UAW victory at the Volkswagen plant in Tennessee as a historic milestone for labor movement. With fair wages and workplace protections, Chattanooga VW workers are not only improving their own lives but also setting new standards for working people across the south. This victory sends a […]
Kelly Endorses Bipartisan Bill Boosting Aviation Infrastructure
The Facts - Governor Laura Kelly signed House Bill 2498, a bipartisan bill increasing investment in Kansas' public airports. The bill increases annual funding for the Kansas Airport Improvement Program (KAIP) from $5 million to $15 million. Additional resources will support initiatives such as pavement improvement, safety enhancements, and automated weather observation systems. TOPEKA— Governor […]
Rails to Trails: Active Transportation Investment Program Factsheet
The Facts - Communities across the US are developing active-transportation networks to improve safety and reduce environmental impact. The Active Transportation Infrastructure Investment Program (ATIIP) supports these initiatives, but requires more funding to reach its full potential. Investing in active-transportation infrastructure is effective, as shown by the success of the Nonmotorized Transportation Pilot Program. Active […]
Saunders Lauds EPA Rule Curbing 'Forever Chemicals' in Tap Water
The Facts - AFSCME President, Lee Saunders, commends a new EPA rule limiting PFAS chemicals in drinking water. The new rule will ensure safer drinking water, reducing health risks to families. The rule is part of the new bipartisan infrastructure law, promising stronger communities. AFSCME President Lauds New EPA Rule on PFAS Chemicals in Drinking […]
California's Offshore Wind Drives $6.1B in Grid Projects
The Facts - California’s power grid operator will release a procurement schedule in May for two grid expansion projects totaling $4.1 billion to connect floating offshore wind energy. The plan developed by CAISO, is a major component of $6.1 billion of infrastructure investment in 26 transmission projects providing an added 85 GW of generating capacity […]
