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Winners in the Next Economy

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A Report from the Mid-South Aerotropolis Conference. Liu, a Senior Fellow, Co-Director and Co-Founder of the Brookings Metropolitan Policy Program recently spoke at the Mid-South Aerotropolis Conference in Memphis, Tenn. The term Aerotropolis or “airport city” comes from Dr. John Kasarda who also spoke at the conference.

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Texas Central Wins Authority to Take Land for High-Speed Rail System

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On June 24, 2022, the Supreme Court of Texas held that Texas Central Railroad & Infrastructure, Inc. Under Texas law, condemnation power must be conferred by the legislature, either expressly or by necessary implication. [2]. Approximately 24,300 people travel daily between Dallas and Houston by air or personal vehicle. [4]

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Texas Central Wins Authority to Take Land for High-Speed Rail System

Construction and Infrastructure Law

On June 24, 2022, the Supreme Court of Texas held that Texas Central Railroad & Infrastructure, Inc. Under Texas law, condemnation power must be conferred by the legislature, either expressly or by necessary implication. [2] 4] Thus, the demand for easy travel between the two major cities exists.

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STATE FOCUS: Lassoing Jobs In Texas

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The 2012 fall semester saw 4,564 new freshmen students, and the 2011-2012 school year saw 4,941 bachelors degrees conferred. While many people travel to Marble Falls to take courses, workforce development is clearly a benefit. Plans are in the works for conference and training centers, a childcare facility and a wellness center.

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LOCATION FOCUS: Indiana — More And More Roads Are Leading To “The Crossroads Of America”

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This development is fantastic news for West Coast travelers coming to Indiana, as well as nonstop connectivity for Hoosiers to L.A. In addition to providing more than 600 hotel rooms, the property offers a premiere championship golf course and a conference facility that rivals metropolitan areas. and San Francisco.

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State by State Incentives Guide

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Funds may be provided for the construction and/or improvement of water lines & wastewater facilities, sewer lines, sewage treatment facilities, roadways, natural gas-line services, electric power services, railroad spurs, lighting, sidewalks and alternative power sources such as solar. Railroad Spurs. Natural Gas-Line Services.

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STATE INCENTIVES GUIDE

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Uses: equipment costs, building and facilities, rent and utilities, travel, contractual services, salaries, and benefits, other operating and non-operating costs. Loans cannot be used to refinance/consolidate existing debt, travel/ training nor for purchase of real estate. CONNECTICUT. EMPLOYEE TRAINING PROGRAMS.

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