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President Obama’s Promise Zones Initiative

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On January 9, 2014, the President announced the next step in those efforts by naming the first five “Promise Zones.” THE PROMISE ZONES INITIATIVE. The five Promise Zones announced are part of the 20 that will be announced over the next three years. so that each partner can work towards improvement and accountability.

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UPDATE: Seven New Locations Added To President Obama’s Promise Zones Initiative

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On January 9, 2014, the President announced the next step in those efforts by naming the first five “Promise Zones.” THE PROMISE ZONES INITIATIVE. The five Promise Zones announced are part of the 20 that will be announced over the next three years. so that each partner can work towards improvement and accountability.

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LGBTQ+ Buyers, Renters Face Disproportionate Housing Challenges

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According to Zillow’s analysis of data from 2020 to 2019, LGBTQ+ people face disproportionate challenges such as finding an affordable home and a higher chance of paying extra rental costs. LGBTQ+ Buyers, Renters Face Disproportionate Housing Challenges. cbroderick. Tue, 06/30/2020 - 10:06.

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Business Facilities’ 15th Annual Rankings: State Rankings Report

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From the July/August 2019 Issue. The states that have put the assets in place today to support a thriving cybersecurity industry—including STEM-oriented higher education programs with cyber-specific degrees and R&D facilities working in tandem with national security agencies, the U.S. By Business Facilities Staff. Louisiana, no.

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Governor’s Report: Leading By Example In Louisiana

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John Bel Edwards, Louisiana has become a national leader in cyber security and a global leader in water management and coastal restoration. Read: Governor’s Report: Leading By Example In Louisiana at BusinessFacilities.com.

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A Plumbing Contractor’s Guide to Insurance Coverage

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When you tackle the jobs you’ve secured, it’s also important to plan for the unexpected. Construction zones are busy areas where workers can get hurt. The average cost for a workers comp claim in 2019-20 was $41,353. Plumbing contractors should include business insurance as an integral part of their financial strategy.

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Comfort Systems Road Map: A Plug-and-Play Residential Duct System

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Lab testing and modeling confirmed that most homes up to 4,200 square feet in climate zones 3–5 could be adequately conditioned with 3-inch-diameter smooth ductwork. Rheia officially launched in early 2019, with the aim of bringing the plug-and-play duct system to market in mid-2020. . Smaller homes could be conditioned using 2.5-inch