TRANSPORTATION CHALLENGES - RECENT NEWS
Infrastructure has always been a safe political topic for both parties, but only recently has the White House fervently championed infrastructure. While President Biden's love for trains may have endured through the decades, the "Bipartisan Infrastructure Law" is nascent and groundbreaking.
The Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act
The House Transportation Committee summarizes IIJA, otherwise known as the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law (BIL), enacted November 2021.
FHWA Parcels Out $59.9B in IIJA Formula Funds
Tom Ichniowski of the Engineering News-Record reports on the first major release of funds for the second year of IIJA, which includes about a dozen programs.
OIG: USDOT Faces Challenges in Infrastructure Bill Implementation
Progressive Railroading relays how the "volume of IIJA funds, coupled with the creation of new programs and priorities, present a number of significant implementation and oversight challenges." Read to learn more.
Shell Accused of 'Greenwashing Its Harmful Activities' Following Partnership With British Cycling
Can the oil industry craft a new image for itself by sponsoring eco-friendly activities? It can sure try. George Ramsay of CNN reports on Shell's recent partnership.
NJ, VA, and NC Trails Earn East Coast Greenway Designation
Though it is a non-profit organization rather than a policy initiative, ECG has been making strides to connect protected trails with the goal of creating an East Coast Greenway for transportation and recreation.
Keeping Promises While Keeping Score: Gauging the Impacts of Policy Proposals on Racial Equity
How does IIJA measure up to its promises on racial equity? Xavier de Souza Briggs and Richard M. McGahey share their breaking findings on this monumental legislation's impacts.