Today’s Headlines – 11/13/09
November 13, 2009By Sean Barry
A key Democratic Congressman from West Virginia favors a full six-year extension of the transportation bill over a short-term fix. (Register-Herald)
Florida’s unknown and relatively obscure appointed senator remains a strong supporter of high-speed rail. (Orlando Sentinel)
Commuters who use the Chicago Transportation Authority are avoiding fare hikes, but the agency will have to borrow money and shed more than 1,000 jobs. (Sun-Times)
A Boston bus driver was suspended yesterday for text-messaging on the job. (Globe)
President Obama is expected to make an “improved offer” on emissions reductions, according to the EU’s environment chief. (Green, Inc.)
And, is bold action on climate change even possible as long the filibuster remains intact? (SF Chronicle)
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- Transit grants out the federal door, but what about the cuts?
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March 5, 2010 - Opposition to Senate extension results in looming shutdown of federal transportation programs
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February 17, 2010 - Obama’s 2011 budget gives a lift to livability and transportation
February 2, 2010
- Transit grants out the federal door, but what about the cuts?
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