…investment. These proposals complement dedicated funding and user fees, but should never be considered as a replacement for them. The deterioration of our transportation system is a national disgrace. Completion…
…our national passenger rail carrier plays a central role in delivering on the promise of high-speed rail is now. We are heartened by President Obama’s unprecedented and personal commitment to…
Transit systems in hundreds of communities face a crisis fueled by the devastating recession, the budget cutting it inspired and inaction in Washington on a long-term surface transportation reauthorization bill….
…has routinely recognized the strategic necessity and economic benefits of the program. In 2010, according to General Duncan McNabb, then-Commander of the United States Transportation Command, without the MSP, “the…
…air shipment of lithium batteries must be fully regulated as dangerous goods. Lithium batteries are commonplace in modern life. Lithium-ion batteries, which are generally rechargeable, power cell phones, laptop computers,…
…of all modes of transportation to its list of Most Wanted Safety Improvements. Further, we encourage the U.S. government to review the classification, the sale, and use of portable lasers…
…carriers and their employees who provide scheduled flights to rural communities across the country. The services these carriers provide are essential to the economic health of the communities they serve….
Please Support Hirono Amendment to Ensure Flight Attendant Workplace Safety and Health Protections Dear Representative: As the House Transportation and Infrastructure Full Committee prepares to mark-up the FAA Reauthorization and…
Please Support Michaud Amendment to Strengthen Oversight of Aircraft Foreign Repair Stations Dear Representative: As the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee prepares to mark up the FAA Reauthorization and Reform…
…detailed explanation of why the Board was considering this change, allowed interested parties 60 days to comment, and provided detailed rationale for offering the proposal. As part of this comment…