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Congresswoman Norma J. Torres

Congresswoman Norma Torres Reintroduces Thriving Communities Act

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Congresswoman Norma Torres (CA-35), a senior member of the Transportation, Housing and Urban Development, and Related Agencies Subcommittee on Appropriations, reintroduced
DOE

ICYMI: Secretaries Wright and Burgum Join American Energy Workers in Applauding President Trump’s Leadership...

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U.S. Secretary of Energy Chris Wright and U.S. Secretary of the Interior Doug Burgum, both leaders of the National Energy
Bill Fowler - SourceRE

Hive MLS and SourceRE Announce Investment and Long-Term Partnership

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Hive MLS, one of the nation’s fastest-growing Multiple Listing Services (MLS), has announced an investment and long-term partnership with SourceRE, a leading provider of MLS data
AGC

CONSTRUCTION OUTLAYS SLIP IN JANUARY AS POTENTIAL WIDESPREAD TARIFFS THREATEN TO PUSH BACK INVESTMENT...

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Spending Declines for Manufacturing, Educational, and Multifamily Construction, Outweighing Gains in Single-Family Homebuilding

First Ever NY College Public Safety Symposium Works to Enhance Public Safety on Campuses...

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Joint Effort between the NYS Office for the Prevention of Domestic Violence and the Division of State Police Will Bring 200 Campus Leaders and First Responders Together

Cambridge Ends Exclusionary Zoning

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On Monday, February 10, the Cambridge City Council voted 8 – 1 in favor of a zoning petition allowing new multi-family housing, up to four stories, to be built city-wide, by right. This change undoes decades of exclusionary zoning, in which the zoning code was weaponized to enforce segregation by limiting where apartments could be built.

Opportunity Blooms in the Desert: How Las Vegas Fuels Ambition

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Las Vegas is famous for its neon lights, casinos, and whirlwind entertainment. But past the glitter, there’s a deeper story waiting to be told. This city isn’t just about quick thrills or fleeting moments of luck—it’s a place brimming with potential and creativity. It has grown into fertile ground for those who dream big.
Congresswoman Marcy Kaptur

Kaptur, Murray Demand Answers on Trump Administration Freezing Energy Department Investments to Lower Americans’...

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Congresswoman Marcy Kaptur (OH-09), Ranking Member of the House Appropriations Subcommittee on Energy and Water
FEMA

FEMA’s National Preparedness Report Highlights Mass Care Services, Public Information and Warning, Infrastructure Systems...

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FEMA has released a report providing an overview of the nation’s current disaster risk and capability landscape. The 13th annual
U.S. Department of Commerce

U.S. Department of Commerce Announces Preliminary Terms with MACOM to Help Strengthen Supply Chain...

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The U.S. Department of Commerce signed a non-binding preliminary memorandum of terms (PMT) with MACOM Technology Solutions Inc. (“MACOM”)
EPA

EPA Fines Truck Stops in Iowa and Missouri for Alleged Clean Water Act Violations

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Two truck stops in Iowa and Missouri – Iowa 80, advertised as “the world’s largest truck stop,” and Joplin 44 – agreed to pay a combined $390,784 to resolve alleged violations of the federal

NEW YORK STATE DEPARTMENT OF LABOR ANNOUNCES NEW GUIDANCE TO PROTECT OUTDOOR WORKERS FROM EXTREME...

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The New York State Department of Labor (NYSDOL) today announced the release of new comprehensive guidance to help employers better protect outdoor workers during extreme cold weather. This initiative builds on NYSDOL's ongoing efforts to ensure the safety of outdoor workers during extreme weather events
EPA

Biden-Harris Administration Announces Over $735M in Selections for Clean Heavy-Duty Vehicles as Part of...

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70 applicants tentatively selected to receive funding for over 2,400 zero-emission heavy-duty vehicles, along with
Congresswoman Amata Coleman Radewagen

Amata Welcomes $470,821 in Federal Transportation Safety Funds

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Congresswoman Uifa’atali Amata is welcoming notice of $470,821 for the American Samoa Department of Public Safety from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), part of
U.S. Department of the Treasury

U.S. Department of the Treasury Releases Final Rules on Investment Tax Credit to Produce...

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Final rules will provide additional clarity and certainty for project developers, helping to produce more clean power, build a strong clean energy economy, and create good-paying jobs.

RI Delegation Announces $31.9 Million to Reduce Greenhouse Gas Emissions in Construction Projects

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U.S. Senators Jack Reed and Sheldon Whitehouse and Congressmen Seth Magaziner and Gabe Amo today announced a new $31,933,577 Low-Carbon Transportation Materials grant for the Rhode Island
USDOJ

USDA Announces Investments for Tribal Communities and Acequias and Finalizes Agreements with Irrigation Districts...

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Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack announced next steps and selections within the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA)
FEMA

FEMA Aid Tops $2.9 Million for Response Costs and Infrastructure Repairs Following 2024 South...

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In just over three months since President Biden’s major disaster declaration for South Dakota, FEMA has approved more than $2.9
EPA

Biden-Harris Administration Announces $1,325,000 of Clean Ports Investments in South Carolina as Part of...

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EPA’s Clean Ports Program to fund 55 zero-emission port equipment, infrastructure, and planning projects across the nation

PUBLIC COMMENT PERIOD IS OPEN FOR NEW BOND ACT-FUNDED GRANT PROGRAM TO MITIGATE FLOODING...

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New Resilient Watersheds Grant Program Will Bring State-of-the-Art Resiliency Plans into Action. Builds on the Success of the Resilient NY Program that Delivers Innovative Solutions for Flood Abatement

Recent Gov & Nonprofit Real Estate Press Releases

Tips and Resources for Updating an Older House

Updating an older house can be a uniquely rewarding project, breathing new life into its walls while preserving a piece of history. Yet, it's no small feat—old houses often come with their own set of challenges, including outdated systems, potential structural issues, and design quirks. Tackling these projects requires careful planning, an understanding of building regulations, and a balance of modern convenience with historical integrity.