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.
Federal transportation reform for the 21st century
It’s time to bring our federal transportation program into the 21st century. Join Smart Growth America’s Interim President & CEO, Beth Osborne, and Policy Manager Corrigan Salerno on July 16th at 12 p.m. ET for a conversation on our bold policy proposal to modernize the program by demanding accountability, updating outdated standards, and ensuring real returns on investment for the public. During this session, we’ll explore how current models and measures prioritize vehicle speed over safety, access, and equity—and how we can shift federal priorities to deliver meaningful outcomes for communities. Learn what reforms are needed, why they matter, and how advocates can help push this vision forward. Register here.
Unlocking the power of passenger rail
Passenger rail has the potential to connect people, communities, and economies—but only if we fundamentally rethink Amtrak, the Surface Transportation Board, and the Federal Railroad Administration’s roles. Join Transportation for America’s Chairman, John Robert Smith, and Senior Policy Associate Mehr Mukhtar for a conversation July 23rd at 12 p.m. ET on our new federal policy proposals to expand and modernize passenger rail service across the country. We’ll dive into how smarter federal investment can support high-quality, high-ridership service—especially in corridors with strong public demand. This session will explore how prioritizing communities using state commissions and expanding service provider options is essential to ensure that passenger rail meets today’s mobility, equity, and climate needs. Register here.