Pennsylvania Gov. Tom Wolf recently signed an executive order establishing the Transportation Revenue Options Commission, which will be tasked with developing comprehensive funding recommendations for...
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U.S. Reps. Peter DeFazio (D-OR), Bennie Thompson (D-MS), and John Katko (R-NY) reintroduced bipartisan legislation Friday that would prevent Congress from raiding passenger security fees for other pur...
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U.S. Rep. Sam Graves (R-MM), ranking member of the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, proposed using the new U.S. Postal Service (USPS) vehicle fleet to test a Vehicle Miles Travele...
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The Oregon Transportation Commission recently approved spending $124 million in federal COVID-19 relief funding on the state’s roads. A total of $56 million will be provided to local governments ...
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According to a Smart Growth America report, pedestrian fatalities, excessive speeding, and overall traffic fatalities increased in 2020. The report aligns with findings from the National Highway Traf...
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The U.S. Department of Energy announced Thursday that it awarded a total of $18 million to four projects that will help passenger vehicles operate more efficiently, reduce energy consumption, and lowe...
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On Thursday, U.S. Rep. John Katko (R-N.Y.) led a bipartisan effort asking Congressional Leaders to work with colleagues across the aisle to advance a consensus-driven infrastructure package. The e...
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U.S. Sens. Todd Young (R-IN) and Jon Tester (D-MT) reintroduced the Developing Responsible Individuals for a Vibrant Economy (DRIVE-Safe) Act Wednesday. The act addresses the trucking and logistic...
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Before President Joe Biden signed a $1.9 trillion COVID-19 relief bill, Amtrak announced that it will restore 12 long-distance daily routes between May 24 and June 7. The bill, which includes $1.7...
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Delaware recently revealed its 2021-2025 Strategic Highway Safety Plan, a collaboration between the Delaware Department of Transportation (DelDOT), the Delaware Office of Highway Safety (OHS), the Nat...
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The Rhode Island Department of Transportation (RIDOT) recently launched an electronic permitting system for those applying for a physical alteration permit, which is required for any work that impacts...
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A bill that would change the way Georgia infrastructure and logistics projects are selected for funding has advanced through the Georgia Senate. Georgia Senate Bill 98, sponsored by state Sen. Bra...
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On Tuesday, U.S. Reps. Jodey Arrington (R-TX) and Henry Cuellar (D-TX) introduced legislation designed to expand and upgrade the Ports-to-Plain Alliance Corridor. The Ports-to-Plains Highway Act w...
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The Alaska Department of Transportation and Public Facilities (DOT&PF) Central Region recently awarded up to $420 million in construction contracts for airport, highway, and trail improvements. The...
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On Monday, leaders of the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and the Subcommittee on Coast Guard and Maritime Transportation called on the Federal Maritime Commission to ensure ocean...
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The Minnesota Department of Transportation said it is accepting applications for grants to improve freight rail service that supports economic development through March 31. The $4 million in gener...
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The Nevada Transportation Board of Directors recently approved highway contracts and agreements for the upcoming year. The projects include $10.8 million for repaving and installing a weigh-in-moti...
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The South Dakota Transportation Commission recently approved more than $36 million in funding to help maintain, preserve, repair, or reconstruct bridges and roads. A total of $27.5 million will be ...
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The Owner-Operator Independent Drivers Association (OOIDA) is calling on the U.S. Department of Transportation to reject a speed limiter proposal suggested by the American Trucking Association and Roa...
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The American Public Transportation Association (APTA) praised the U.S. Senate on Saturday for its passage of the American Recovery and Rescue Act – the COVID-19 stimulus bill based on President Joe ...
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