Want to save the climate? Start by funding transit operations
The current trend of more driving will make it harder for us to reach our emissions goals. Making public transit a more convenient and...
Federal transportation funding opportunities 101
With the imminent passage of the transportation infrastructure bill that initially passed the US Senate in August, the discussion now pivots to implementation. Federal...
Less than 30 days to speak out on transit funding
Last weekend, Congress gave themselves until October 31st to pass the infrastructure deal (the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act or IIJA) and the budget...
A way to improve the infrastructure deal
We strongly urge you to support the transportation programs proposed for the budget reconciliation package, which will help fill the gaps left by the...
Senate makes historic investment in yesterday’s transportation priorities
Deal worsens long-term prospects for addressing climate and equity woes
“The Senate’s final infrastructure deal is certainly big, but it’s anything but bold,” said T4America...
On infrastructure, the White House is about to trade away their stated goals on...
“In its current state, this deal fails to accomplish the administration’s goal of reducing emissions, preserving both the status quo of easy money to...
Senate takes aim at essential transit relief dollars to cover the cost of their...
Image Source: Flickr/ MTA NYC
With the bipartisan infrastructure framework legislative text nearing a vote, unused transit COVID relief dollars have become a target for...
The bipartisan infrastructure deal: What we know and don’t know
The infrastructure deal could end up spending money just like our current transportation program does — it’s unclear. Graphic from Repair Priorities
In the midst...
How has President Biden done on transportation in his first 100 days?
President Biden has gotten a lot of attention for his (good) infrastructure plan and overall approach to transportation. But after 100 days in office,...
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How These Three Cities Are Scaling and Improving Urban Cycling
In 2021, ITDP launched the global Cycling Cities campaign to equip governments, planners, and advocates with tools and resources to make cycling a safer,...
Voters across America show support for more transportation options
Throughout the United States, various measures for funding transportation improvements were approved, advancing efforts to invest in the rest at the local level.
Columbus, Ohio...
Three transportation policy recommendations for state legislators and governors
As new and returning governors and legislators prepare to take office, Transportation for America urges them to consider key transportation policy recommendations in this...
A pause for TransportationCamp DC
After careful consideration, Transportation for America is announcing that we have decided to pause TransportationCamp DC this coming January. For years, we’ve enjoyed hosting...
