Today’s Headlines – 3/8/11
March 8, 2011By Transportation for America
The U.S. Senate will vote on two competing budget proposals today, with both expected to fall short. (The Hill)
The Obama administration is resisting additional spending cuts, saying Republicans have been met “more than halfway.” (Politico)
A New York Republican criticized his party’s transit cuts as “dangerous” and “wrong.” (The Hill)
Florida Senator Bill Nelson, a high-speed rail supporter, said his state must repay millions for rejecting for project. (Florida Times Union)
More people are driving, but they’re not driving more, Colin Peppard points out. (NRDC Blog)
And, Mankato, Minnesota’s flagship newspaper endorsed reforming how we spend transportation dollars. (Free Press)
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