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#education

Judge dismisses lawsuit challenging McNair program criteria

The lawsuit challenging eligibility for the McNair program was dismissed due to lack of standing, despite evolving racial policy debates.

What's News, Breaking: Tuesday, January 16, 2023

NYC wins federal grants for first-ever magnet high schools
Hochul announces new SUNY disability initiatives

Judge dismisses lawsuit challenging McNair program criteria

The lawsuit challenging eligibility for the McNair program was dismissed due to lack of standing, despite evolving racial policy debates.

What's News, Breaking: Tuesday, January 16, 2023

NYC wins federal grants for first-ever magnet high schools
Hochul announces new SUNY disability initiatives
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California's many lawsuits against Donald Trump saved the state millions, DOJ says

California's legal battles against the Trump administration yielded more funding from the federal government than the state spent on litigation.
The state spent nearly $42 million on lawsuits against the Trump administration from 2017 to 2021.
#intel

Intel reaches deal to make chips for US military

Intel qualifies for $3.5 billion in federal grants for semiconductor production for the Pentagon, under the Secure Enclave program.

Intel awarded $7.9 billion from the CHIPS Act ahead of Trump's second term

Intel is granted $7.9 billion to bolster semiconductor production in the U.S. under the CHIPS Act.

Intel reaches deal to make chips for US military

Intel qualifies for $3.5 billion in federal grants for semiconductor production for the Pentagon, under the Secure Enclave program.

Intel awarded $7.9 billion from the CHIPS Act ahead of Trump's second term

Intel is granted $7.9 billion to bolster semiconductor production in the U.S. under the CHIPS Act.
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Lawmakers propose electronic tracking system for federal grant applications

House Republicans introduced the DOGE Act to reduce waste in federal grants by implementing an electronic tracking system to prevent identical submissions.
#transportation

ODOT Denied $750 Million Federal Grant for Rose Quarter Expansion

ODOT's rejection for the INFRA grant complicates funding for the $1.9 billion Rose Quarter expansion plan.

MBTA wins nearly half a billion to replace North Station drawbridge

The MBTA received a $472 million federal grant to replace a crucial bridge, ensuring safer and more reliable transit for millions of passengers.

How America's Mayors Are Fighting Back Against Harmful Highways - Streetsblog USA

The construction of highways has historically harmed communities of color, but initiatives like the Reconnecting Communities Program aim to address these issues.

ODOT Denied $750 Million Federal Grant for Rose Quarter Expansion

ODOT's rejection for the INFRA grant complicates funding for the $1.9 billion Rose Quarter expansion plan.

MBTA wins nearly half a billion to replace North Station drawbridge

The MBTA received a $472 million federal grant to replace a crucial bridge, ensuring safer and more reliable transit for millions of passengers.

How America's Mayors Are Fighting Back Against Harmful Highways - Streetsblog USA

The construction of highways has historically harmed communities of color, but initiatives like the Reconnecting Communities Program aim to address these issues.
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#renewable-energy

Yakama Nation's $32 Million in Federal Solar Funds Could Expire Due to Red Tape

The Yakama Nation's solar energy project is stalled by bureaucratic delays despite securing a significant federal grant.
There are severe obstacles in accessing the electrical grid, risking the expiration of federal funds.
The situation reflects broader systemic issues within the Department of Energy regarding tribal energy projects.

On Earth Day, the EPA grants $7 billion to serve nearly a million households with solar

President Biden announces $7 billion in federal grants for residential solar projects to serve low- and middle-income communities, reducing emissions and saving households money.

Yakama Nation's $32 Million in Federal Solar Funds Could Expire Due to Red Tape

The Yakama Nation's solar energy project is stalled by bureaucratic delays despite securing a significant federal grant.
There are severe obstacles in accessing the electrical grid, risking the expiration of federal funds.
The situation reflects broader systemic issues within the Department of Energy regarding tribal energy projects.

On Earth Day, the EPA grants $7 billion to serve nearly a million households with solar

President Biden announces $7 billion in federal grants for residential solar projects to serve low- and middle-income communities, reducing emissions and saving households money.
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DOE crew's callous homeless-kid scheme is all-too-common corruption

Six DOE employees misused funds designated for homeless children to take taxpayer-funded trips.
Linda M. Wilson forged signatures to enable the fraudulent trips for her colleagues' children.
The lack of accountability within the DOE sets a concerning precedent for corrupt behavior.

Supreme Court Rejects Oklahoma's Bid for Federal Grants in Dispute Over Abortion Counseling

The Supreme Court rejected Oklahoma's appeal for federal family-planning grants after the state ceased abortion counseling, reflecting deeper abortion policy conflicts.
#infrastructure

$521 million in US grants approved for the construction of more EV stations

The Biden Administration is investing $521 million to enhance electric vehicle charging infrastructure in response to slow growth in charging station availability.

San Jose school districts skip electric bus grant - San Jose Spotlight

California school districts missed out on $88 million in federal grants for electric buses due to timing, cost, and a lack of infrastructure.
Alum Rock Union School District and East Side Union High School District didn't pursue the EPA program as they applied for similar grants elsewhere, while San Jose Unified School District lacked the infrastructure to support electric buses.

$521 million in US grants approved for the construction of more EV stations

The Biden Administration is investing $521 million to enhance electric vehicle charging infrastructure in response to slow growth in charging station availability.

San Jose school districts skip electric bus grant - San Jose Spotlight

California school districts missed out on $88 million in federal grants for electric buses due to timing, cost, and a lack of infrastructure.
Alum Rock Union School District and East Side Union High School District didn't pursue the EPA program as they applied for similar grants elsewhere, while San Jose Unified School District lacked the infrastructure to support electric buses.
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L.A. will pay nearly $40 million for allegedly misusing federal housing grants

Los Angeles will pay $40 million for failing to make affordable housing accessible to people with disabilities.

The Biden administration is betting this CHIPS Act program can revitalize communities from the ground up

Biden administration invests in revitalizing distressed communities with multimillion-dollar federal grants.

Sudden State Funding Freeze Leaves Transit Agencies Hanging - Streetsblog California

Transit agencies in California face uncertainty and reduced budgets due to delayed funding release, impacting operations and federal grant applications.

Tesla Sucked Up Federal Funding for Supercharger Network Before Firing Whole Department

Tesla's abrupt decision to fire its Supercharger team despite substantial federal grants raises questions about grant utilization and industry impact.

Biden is giving $6 billion to Micron for a semiconductor project in upstate New York

Investment in Micron Technology aims to boost U.S. semiconductor chip production, create jobs, and enhance domestic tech competitiveness against China.

New congressional bill would create funding grants for developing artists

The CREATE Art Act aims to provide federal grants ranging from $2,000 to $100,000 to support artists in various creative endeavors.
The bill targets emerging artists in all art fields who have a regular creative practice, provide relevant art, and have earned less than $50,000 in the last five years.

Antioch kicks in nearly $5 million in gas tax monies to get $13 million in safe road grants

Antioch is set to receive over $13 million in federal grants for bicycle and pedestrian safety improvements along L Street corridor.
City committed matching funds of almost $5 million to secure the federal grant for the project.

Canada names more than 100 Chinese, Russian institutions it says pose a threat to national security | CBC News

Canadian universities and researchers studying advanced technologies will be ineligible for federal grants if they're affiliated with foreign institutions deemed a threat to national security.
The federal government released a list of over 100 institutions in China, Russia, and Iran that are connected to their respective countries' militaries and state security agencies.
Researchers in sensitive research areas will need to attest that they aren't working with or receiving money from any foreign organizations and institutions cited as threats to national security.

Nonprofits Get $83M in Federal Funds for LA County Homes

California Department of Housing and Community Development awarded $83 million to build 400+ affordable apartments across multiple locations in Los Angeles County.
Funding from federal grants supports various nonprofit developers in constructing affordable housing complexes for extremely low-income households in California.
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