The infrastructure bill’s limited state of repair funding and policies
Flickr photo of bridge resurfacing by WSDOT. https://www.flickr.com/photos/wsdot/49921039787There is very little new funding in the infrastructure bill specifically dedicated to repair and no new...
Transit funding in the infrastructure bill: what can it do for me?
The new infrastructure bill authorizes $109 billion to fund public transit projects through formula and competitive grant programs. Here’s what you need to know...
USDOT controls $200+ billion in competitive grants for states and metros
While the bulk of the $643 billion for surface transportation in the infrastructure bill goes out to state DOTs, more than $200 billion stays...
USDOT urges states to prioritize repair, safety, and climate with their influx of...
Flickr CC image from Flickr/PeteReedAlthough state DOTs have always been free to prioritize repair, safety, or improving access for everyone across the entire system,...
Show me the money: Financial breakdown of the infrastructure law
A month has passed since the $1.2 trillion infrastructure deal was signed into law and set the direction for the federal transportation program for...
The infrastructure bill is finished—what you need to know
Infrastructure will be built, but what kind? The $1.2 trillion infrastructure bill is notable both for including Congress’ most significant effort to address climate...
T4America statement on the passage of the 2021 infrastructure deal
After Congress’ final passage of the $1.2 trillion Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act, aka “the infrastructure deal” on Friday, November 5, Transportation for America...
A way to improve the infrastructure deal
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