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April 14, 2021by Cecily FooteLast Thursday we presented a webinar with updates about federal transportation policy: the latest we know about the American Jobs Plan, transportation reauthorization, how they work together, and what’s possible for bicycling. Here's the recap.
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April 2, 2021by Ken McLeod
Now, for the first time in over a decade (since 2009 to be precise), the general public – local bike advocacy organizations, bike clubs, and individuals – can weigh in on MUTCD decisions as well. -
April 1, 2021by Caron WhitakerWhile the bicycling community can be almost giddy to see Secretary Buttigieg or the president actually riding a bike, we rarely hear a president talk about bicycling, or even transit for that matter.
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March 24, 2021by Caron Whitaker
Secretary Pete Buttigieg will testify in front of the House Transportation Committee for the first time in his official role as a cabinet member. -
March 1, 2021by Lauren JenkinsLeague of American Bicyclists Secretary Buttigieg to the Summit where he'll address more than 1,000 bicycling advocates/
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February 28, 2021by Caron Whitaker2021 is proving to be a busy year in Washington, DC, especially for transportation! Between the reauthorization bill, talk of a stimulus and a new administration and Department of transportation, there’s a lot of opportunity for improving bicycling and walking. Here’s the League’s priority list for promoting Bicycle Friendly federal policy this year:
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December 22, 2020by League StaffWe asked our former intern Toria Sullivan, a native of South Bend who went on to work on the Pete for America campaign, for her thoughts on the nation's next Transportation Secretary.
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November 2, 2020by Caron Whitaker
Tomorrow — Tuesday, November 3 — is the last day of voting in this year’s election, and we want to urge you one last time: make sure you get out and vote. Below, you'll find some resources to help find your polling place, see what is on your ballot, and learn what to do if you have any difficulties voting tomorrow. -
September 29, 2020by Caron WhitakerThe 2020 round included two projects that were just bike/ped, one in Alabama and one in Florida. The two combined equaled $39 million, or 3.9% of the grant funding.
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September 23, 2020by Ken McLeodAutomated Vehicles need federal legislation to realize their full potential. But the SELF DRIVE Act does not address the safety of the most vulnerable people on our roadways and deserves to be defeated.
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