Today’s Headlines – 2/22/10
February 22, 2010By Transportation for America
The Senate will take a test vote today on moving forward with a scaled-back jobs bill, which includes infrastructure and a transportation bill extension. (NYT)
California Senator Barbara Boxer, a key committee chair, signaled her commitment to passing a transportation law this year. (Streetsblog)
President Obama explained how a warming planet meshes with major snow storms. (Climate Progress)
Washington DC’s Metro system is plagued by safety and budget shortfalls. (WP)
And, Louisiana business leaders want high-speed rail between Baton Rouge and New Orleans, despite objections from Governor Bobby Jindal. (Nola)



