Within the $787 billion stimulus bill that became law in February, Congress provided states and Metropolitan Planning Organizations (MPOs) with $26.6 billion in flexible funds for transportation projects. Today marks 120 days from the apportionment of the funds to the states.More...
A study commissioned last year by Texas Governor Rick Perry estimated that 2/3 of new energy sector jobs over the next 10 years would come from renewable energy sector, so it is fitting that among the few small victories for advocates working to ensure Texas gets the most out of its Recovery Act funds involved the creation of the state's first ever green jobs training program.More...
On June 17th the Obama administration will release criteria for awarding the $8 billion provided by the Recovery Act for the construction of high-speed rail lines throughout the country.More...
