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TIAC tracks the latest state & local transportation funding news. To contribute to this effort, contact Carolyn Kramer Simons.
Transportation Funding: Best Practices & Lessons Learned from the States [July 17 ARTBA-TIAC Workshop]
Over $2 billion in new revenue will boost transportation maintenance and construction work in 19 states that approved investment measures during the first half of 2019. Alabama, Arkansas, Illinois and Ohio signed state gas tax increases to fund projects, while other states explored new electric vehicle [...]
June 20: State Transportation Funding News Roundup
In West Virginia, construction and maintenance bids on the first round of “Road to Prosperity” bond projects are $1.1 billion, or 37 percent, higher than projected. Transportation Secretary Byrd White says these increases are due to the rising costs of construction materials, a limited pool [...]
Free June 24 Webinar Explores Local Funding in State Transportation Investment
A key factor in crafting state transportation investment legislation is determining how much of the new revenue is dedicated to local projects. State lawmakers must grapple with the diverse needs of urban and rural areas; identify and rank the most critical projects; and gauge the [...]
ARTBA Newsline Podcast: Transportation Investment Advocacy Center Upcoming Events
The ARTBA Newsline podcast for June 14 discusses the June 24 Transportation Investment Advocacy Center (TIAC) free webinar “Lessons Learned: The Importance of Local Funding in State Gas Tax Increases” and the 6th Annual National Workshop for State and Local Transportation Advocates taking place in Washington, D.C. July 17. ARTBA-TIAC [...]
June 14: State Transportation Funding News Roundup
The Missouri Transportation Department has proposed a five-year, $900 million annual transportation investment plan. Gov. Mike Parson (R) also launched a $50 million “Focus on Bridges” initiative to fix state bridges. Read More>> Pennsylvania is seeking volunteers for a I-95 Corridor Coalition study project that [...]
State Transportation Investment Trends & Campaign Strategies Focus of July 17 Workshop
Only one month left, limited number of seats available for DC event. Join advocates passionate about state and local transportation investment at the 6th Annual “National Workshop for State & Local Transportation Advocates” on July 16-17 in Washington, D.C. This one-of-a-kind event will explore funding [...]
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