There’s Growing Urgency for Passenger Rail Projects to Move at High Speed
With billions in new federal funding available, advocates see a narrow window to deliver new lines, faster trains and other ambitious upgrades. But there are plenty of difficulties that could throw their plans off the tracks.
The Big Local Transit Projects the Biden Administration Wants to Fund
The president’s new budget proposal calls for directing hundreds of millions of dollars in construction grants to bus and rail improvements across six states.
Soaring Road Construction Costs Could Nix Some State and Local Projects
Highway and street materials have increased 21% since last year due to hikes in petroleum-based and other products and truck and driver shortages.
How the Biden Administration is Trying to Speed Up Funding for Big Infrastructure Projects
States and localities will be able to apply for three major infrastructure grant programs totaling $2.9 billion through a simplified process using one application.
It’s a Big Year for State Tax Cut Proposals
With elections ahead, lawmakers and governors are seizing on booming budget numbers and backing a range of tax breaks.
After Months of Talk, States Move to Suspend Gas Taxes
A Maryland plan is close to passing. But proposed gas tax holidays there and in other states could prove to be largely symbolic providing only minor relief at the pump.
Federal Highway Chief Urges Cities to Go After State Infrastructure Money
Stephanie Pollack said localities would miss out on major funding opportunities if they only pursue federal grants under the new infrastructure law.
Election Officials Say Safety Threats May Drive Away Poll Workers
Three out of five administrators in a new study said they worried that threats, harassment and intimidation would make it harder to recruit new workers. Officials nationwide back that up.
EPA Grants California the Power to Regulate Vehicle Pollution—Again
The move boosts California’s efforts to end the sale of gas-powered vehicles in the state, while clearing up legal questions raised by the Trump administration.
War in Ukraine, Soaring Gas Prices Shatter Consensus on Electric Vehicle Rollout
Republicans are raising concerns about energy security and reliance on Russia and China, as Democrats say the nation needs to press ahead transitioning away from gas-powered vehicles.
6 Democratic Governors Push For Federal Gas Tax Holiday
They’re backing legislation in Congress that would pause the tax until 2023. Gas prices are expected to climb higher as the U.S. cuts off Russian oil imports.
Feds Award $2.2B in Grants to Local Transit Agencies
The money is meant to help with payroll and other day-to-day costs, as some bus and subway operators continue to struggle with ridership declines.
Big Surge in Traffic Deaths Had an Uneven Toll
Younger road users and those in urban areas were among the people killed in outsized numbers, according to newly released data for 2020. Safety advocates are calling on state and federal officials to take action.
The Indictment of the Nation’s Longest-serving Legislative Leader
The federal prosecution of former Illinois House Speaker Mike Madigan is the latest, and biggest, development in a push to crack down on corruption in Chicago.
The New Restrictions Conservative State Lawmakers are Pushing on Transgender Kids
Proposals in states like Texas and Alabama come as Republicans are trying to fend off challengers and make gains against Democrats in this year’s elections.
City Leaders Back Biden in Controversy Over Infrastructure Spending
Local transportation officials praised the administration’s focus on how public works dollars could further environmental and social goals, despite pushback from state DOTs and Republicans.
The Strict Drunk Driving Law That Could Become a Model for Other States
A study found that Utah’s lower 0.05% blood alcohol level reduced traffic deaths but beverage industry critics say the law showed negligible results.
Gas Tax Proposal Threatens to Spark Trade War Among Northwest States
To pay for a transportation package, Washington state lawmakers want to tax refined gasoline sent to other states. Neighboring states are talking about ways to retaliate if the plan goes through.
A Looming Threat for City Budgets
The rise of remote work could permanently reduce the number of people coming into cities, eroding taxes and fees on everything from coffee sales to parking.
Why California's Power to Regulate Auto Pollution Matters Nationwide
As the state regains the ability to set tailpipe standards stricter than the federal government's, it could have far-reaching effects.
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