Congressional Hearing on Future Surface Transportation Policy
January 1, 2019
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The Frame
This hearing serves as a foundational step in the legislative process for future federal funding and policy, which dictates how billions of dollars are allocated to state and local road and transit projects.
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State and Local Transportation Departments
These agencies receive federal funding and must comply with federal regulations established by the policies discussed in this hearing.
National League of Cities
The organization provides input on how federal policy impacts municipal infrastructure and transit needs.
Last recorded activity January 1, 2019.
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Summary
Key Facts
- The hearing took place on March 13, 2019, during the 116th Congress.
- The session was held by the Subcommittee on Highways and Transit, part of the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure.
- The primary objective was to discuss aligning federal surface transportation policy with modern requirements.
- Witnesses included representatives from the National League of Cities, the American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials, and the Texas Innovation Alliance.
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Why It Matters
This hearing serves as a foundational step in the legislative process for future federal funding and policy, which dictates how billions of dollars are allocated to state and local road and transit projects.
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Focus on 21st-Century Innovation
The hearing explicitly frames transportation policy around '21st-century needs,' suggesting a shift toward integrating technology and innovation into traditional infrastructure planning.
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