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High taxes aren’t causing rich New Yorkers to flee, study says
December 07, 2023 | News, FinanceThe report points to data showing top earners from the Empire State decamp less often than lower-income residents, and when they do leave they move to high-tax states.
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California wins big as Biden administration doubles down on high-speed rail
December 06, 2023 | News, InfrastructureThe Golden State will benefit from $6 billion in new grants to provide connections in the Central Valley and between the Los Angeles suburbs and Las Vegas. An East Coast route is getting big money too.
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Despite falling gas prices, some politicians push ahead with tax breaks
November 22, 2023 | News, InfrastructureGovernors often suspend gas taxes for an easy political win with voters. But fuel taxes already face an uncertain future.
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White House finalizes rule requiring states to target vehicle pollution
| News, InfrastructureThe controversial requirement will almost certainly meet resistance from Republicans both in states and Congress, who question the legal basis for the new rules.
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Ahead of busy Thanksgiving travel, improvements to air transportation touted
November 21, 2023 | News, InfrastructureTransportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg highlighted a low airline cancellation rate, airport upgrades and the hiring of more air traffic controllers. He also cautioned that funding squabbles in Congress could hurt progress.
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Democrats face a balancing act in advancing clean energy initiatives
November 18, 2023 | News, ManagementDespite some skepticism, auto unions recently approved new labor agreements that invest big in the nation’s transition to clean energy. Three Democratic governors are calling it a win. Plus, more news to use from around the country in this week's… Read More »
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The best and worst states for green, equitable transportation
November 16, 2023 | News, InfrastructureA new ranking looks at how well states are directing money from the infrastructure law to improve equity and climate outcomes in their transportation networks.
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‘Safety’ campaigns pre-blame pedestrians for getting hit by cars
November 14, 2023 | News, InfrastructureAdvocates are tired of “tone deaf” messaging that puts the onus for safety on walkers and not on vehicles.
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Why advocates for transgender rights are so thrilled with election results
November 11, 2023 | News, ManagementAfter years of putting transgender issues at the center of the culture wars, several anti-trans candidates were defeated in Tuesday’s state and local elections. Plus, more news to use from around the country in this week's State and Local Roundup.
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Democrats prove they have staying power in state elections
November 08, 2023 | News, ManagementPlus, abortion rights and pot legalization win in Ohio, Philadelphia elects its first woman mayor, and a falsely accused member of "Central Park Five" joins New York City council.