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Maryland Gov. Wes Moore — Maryland Gov. Wes Moore speaks onstage during the 2025 Congressional Black Caucus Ceremonial Swearing-In at The Anthem on The Wharf on January 03, 2025 in Washington, D.C. (Leigh Vogel / Getty Images for Congressional Black Caucus Foundation)

Maryland launches six new pilot programs to streamline permitting

Maryland officials said the aim of six new pilot projects is to bolster efficiency and productivity across the state.

Aug 6, 2025 By Keely Quinlan

modem lights — (Getty Images)

NGA asks governors to prioritize broadband, infrastructure, permitting in coming fiscal year

Broadband is among the priorities recommended to governors for the coming fiscal year.

Jul 28, 2025 By Colin Wood

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Automation slashed permitting approval times in Minneapolis

Minneapolis officials said new software has halved the time needed to review and approve event permit applications.

Apr 17, 2025 By Keely Quinlan

Virginia Gov. Glenn Youngkin speaks at the Ronald Reagan Presidential Library on May 1 in Simi Valley, California. (David McNew / Getty Images)

Virginia’s new permits website boosts government ‘transparency,’ says governor

Virginia Gov. Glenn Youngkin said the new Virginia Permit Transparency website demonstrates his administration's commitment to transparency.

Jan 31, 2024 By Caroline Nihill