Transportation reauthorization webinar series
The ~$77-billion-per year federal transportation program has been limping along for years, accomplishing very little while requiring enormous taxpayer infusions to cover its costs. This program doesn’t need a facelift; it needs to be blown up and replaced with something completely new.
Our new policy proposals for the upcoming reauthorization in 2026 are not a menu of improvements on the margins of this bankrupt, poorly performing program. They are an interwoven package of essential reforms for building a new program from the ground up that’s accountable to taxpayers and oriented around accomplishing specific outcomes, like improving safety, state of repair, access to jobs and opportunity, and emissions. With the clock ticking on reauthorization, it’s critical that advocates, local leaders, and policymakers understand what’s at stake—and how they can influence the outcome.
Join us for our webinar series that will explore these policy proposals and help you get involved.
Whether you’re new to transportation policy or a seasoned advocate, this series will equip you with the knowledge and tools you need to inspire a safer, more sustainable transportation system. Learn more about our three sessions and register below.
The future of federal transportation: Fix it First and Accountability
Despite spending $1.5 trillion over the last 30 years, the federal transportation program has failed to deliver results. This session will take a closer look at whether the program is worth saving, and unpack our policy proposals that would hold agencies accountable for real outcomes and prioritize fixing it first. Our Director, Beth Osborne, and Policy Manager, Corrigan Salerno, will give you a deep dive on how our policy proposals will help us achieve the results that Americans want. Join us for the conversation on Wednesday, June 4, from 12-1 p.m. ET. Register here.
The future of federal transportation: Safety over speed and Invest in the Rest
Despite listing safety as a key priority, our roads are much more dangerous than the rest of the developed world. Our transportation system continues to prioritize and reward moving cards fast over safely and efficiently getting everyone where they need to go. Our policy proposals can change the U.S.’s dismal performance on safety and the complete transportation system.
Tune in on Wednesday, June 18th, from 12-1 p.m. ET for a conversation with our AVP of Transportation, Steve Davis, and other T4 staff on designing our roads for safety and investing in public transit and passenger rail to create more prosperous communities. Register here.
The future of federal transportation: Reauthorization 201
This webinar will build on Reauthorization 101: Understanding the Process. Reauthorization 201 provides a deeper analysis on how advocates, organizations, and individuals can influence the upcoming Surface Transportation Reauthorization to achieve the transportation priorities that are most important to you and your communities. Join the authors of the Reauthorization 201, including T4A’s Policy & Outreach Associate, Elisa Ramirez, PolicyLink’s Canyon Wildwood, and Sarah Klein of SK Solutions, on Wednesday, June 25th, from 12-1 p.m. ET to learn how you can take action to inform federal transportation policy. Register here.