Transportation For America Applauds House Release Of National Transportation Objectives
June 11, 2009By Transportation for America
| CONTACT: Cosabeth Bullock 202-478-6128 cbullock@mrss.com |
For Immediate Release:
June 11, 2009
WASHINGTON, D.C. – More than 140 organizations have joined Transportation for America in signing a letter supporting the National Transportation Objectives Act of 2009 (HR 2427). The groups, representing a wide-breadth of interests, including health, equity, energy and the environment sectors, commend representatives Rush Holt (D-NJ), Russ Carnahan (D-MO) and Jay Inslee (D-WA) for introducing legislation that lays out a new vision for our nation’s transportation system.
The National Transportation Objectives Act of 2009 (HR 2724) sets the stage for the upcoming authorization bill by outlining achievable objectives for our largest program of infrastructure investments. It breaks new, and critically important, ground by setting performance measures that will help ensure we have a smart, safe and clean transportation system that provides real, affordable options for all Americans.
The bill highlights a growing call among legislators and the public for federal policy to address overarching concerns about the economy, energy, climate and health in all major pieces of legislation. Americans are unlikely to agree to spend more money on a transportation system that is delivering incoherent results. However, Americans may be persuaded to provide additional support to fulfill a vision tied to clear, measurable goals. Transportation for America, along with 140 organizations who signed a letter of support, including the American Association of Railroads, American Public Health Association and CEOs for Cities, back the bill’s recommendations, including goals to repair our nation’s roads and highways, reduce fatalities and injuries, eliminate exposure to unhealthy air, triple biking, walking and public transit use, and improve accessibility to transportation options for low-income, aging, and disabled populations.
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