#transportation-funding

#transportation-funding

Duffy's funding threats to the MTA appear politically motivated, not based on actual crime data or public safety needs.

The Ghostbuster Act aims to tackle ghost cars, enhancing law enforcement's ability to remove vehicles with counterfeit plates and reduce crime.

The N4 Mullingar to Rooskey road project has secured initial funding to advance design efforts, marking significant progress towards construction.

The Bay Area risks major transit service cuts without new funding, leading to significant economic and social repercussions.

Congestion pricing is expected to significantly improve NYC public transit services with dedicated funding.

Mayor Lurie lacks a concrete plan to keep Muni solvent, risking potential service cuts.

The federal government provided significant relief funds of $69.5 billion during the height of the Covid-19 pandemic, crucial for rescuing public transit and saving jobs.

Trump's policies may lead to economic regression, echoing isolationist ideologies of the past.

Oregon faces a dilemma where promoting electric vehicle use decreases gas tax revenue, impacting road maintenance funding.

California's gas tax may be replaced by a mileage-based user fee as electric vehicle adoption rises and traditional tax revenue declines.

Florida cities face declining gas tax revenues as electric vehicles proliferate, prompting calls for alternative transportation funding mechanisms.

EV owners should register for the Road User Charge program for fair highway maintenance cost contributions.

Electric vehicle owners in Vermont will face a new $178 annual registration fee, more than traditional vehicle owners.

Hochul and Trump discussed congestion pricing, but details are unclear, and an artificial deadline looms.

New York's congestion pricing initiative aims to raise revenue rather than reduce traffic congestion, disproportionately impacting private sector workers.

Mayor Adams advocates for more local control over Manhattan's congestion pricing program, which he believes should have involved the City Council.

New York Governor paused congestion pricing plan due to significant opposition and political considerations.

Trump's funding freeze raises concerns for sustainable transportation advocates about future impacts and clarity.

Transportation agencies might not be receiving legally entitled funding amid federal uncertainty.

The Trump administration aims to boost US fertility rates by funding transport projects in family-friendly areas.

The Biden administration is committing substantial funding to sustainable transportation projects before leaving office.

Los Angeles officials seek $3.2 billion from Trump for 2028 Olympic transportation projects, emphasizing its national importance and potential challenges.

Oregon lawmakers are addressing the state's spending, transportation, and housing issues this legislative session.

Lawmakers urged to cut vehicle miles traveled by 20% by 2050 to reduce infrastructure investment, pollution, and traffic violence.

Long Island is receiving only 7.8% of New York's transport budget, a significant drop impacting local infrastructure funding.

The Active Transportation Program is facing a funding cut of $600 million, impacting its climate, energy, and equity efficiency.

Hochul is reevaluating the Manhattan congestion toll, considering lower rates and exemptions for government workers, aiming for political strategy post-elections.

The congestion toll is criticized as unfair to working class New Yorkers, with calls for Democrats to reconsider their support for it.

A call to reconsider the BART extension project in San Jose due to increased costs, delays, and potential obsolescence.

Elected officials are facing a decision on whether to evaluate or blindly proceed with the South Bay BART extension despite doubling costs and delays.

Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority requires more funding for the project, potentially impacting other transportation initiatives.