Is it possible that we may soon have a new federal transportation bill providing funding and policy direction for how the U.S.A. invests in transportation facilities? Surprisingly, yes.
A little while ago, the U.S. Senate passed a brand-new bill called MAP-21. The House didn't pass anything but has now decided to "conference" with the Senate on a bill that would last for a couple of years. The big question for the bike community is: Will Congress maintain its commitment to spending a small portion of federal transportation dollars (in the 1% range) on biking and walking?
We need you to make your voice heard one more time to protect a key element of the Senate's bill, called the Cardin-Cochran amendment. This bipartisan provision will enable local governments to access federal funding for bike and pedestrian facility investments.
Please take a moment and click here to contact your Senators and Representative in support of this important measure. America has made major strides since the early '90s to become a more bike-friendly nation. One reason is that Americans strongly back investments in biking and walking. Another is consistent federal support for bike lanes and paths. Click here today -- this may be the endgame for a new federal transportation bill!
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JIM SAYER is executive director of Adventure Cycling Association.
Source: http://blog.adventurecycling.org/2012/05/one-more-time-with-feeling.html
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