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There was activity on one bill related to the Transportation and Infrastructure Committee on Aug. 1.
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House and Senate Republican Committee Leaders Highlight Concerns with Administration’s Anti-Pipeline Policies and Inaction on Safety Law Requirements

News Release: House and Senate Committee Republican leaders today expressed concerns that the Biden Administration is putting its anti-pipeline agenda and policies ahead of the needs of the country and failing to implement key pipeline safety provisions in law as Congress intended.
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Federal Aviation Administration set to publish a new notice on Aug. 3

There are two releases scheduled to be published on Aug. 3.
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Transportation Secretary Buttigieg touts 'unprecedented effort' to help communities protect transportation infrastructure from extreme weather

Transportation Secretary, Peter Buttigieg, will announce a new program designed to help communities better prepare for natural disasters and extreme weather.
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What releases are upcoming from the Transportation Department on Aug. 3

There is one release scheduled to be published on Aug. 3.
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U.S. Department of Transportation Announces up to $86.6 million Loan to the Louisiana State Bond Commission for infrastructure projects in the State

News Release: WASHINGTON - The U.S. Department of Transportation today announced that its Build America Bureau has provided a low-interest loan for $86.6 million to the Louisiana State Bond Commission for the benefit of the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (LADOTD) to fund the I-49 S. Ambassador . .
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On anniversary of ADA, USDOT announces winners of its first-ever inclusive design challenge

On July 26, during an event held in recognition of the ADA’s 32nd anniversary, the U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT) will announce the winners of its $5 million Inclusive Design Challenge
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What releases are upcoming from the Federal Aviation Administration on Aug. 2

There is one release scheduled to be published on Aug. 2.
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Transportation Secretary Buttigieg: Program will 'help communities protect their transportation infrastructure from extreme weather'

Transportation Secretary, Peter Buttigieg, will announce a new program designed to help communities better prepare for natural disasters and extreme weather.
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Biden Administration announces bipartisan infrastructure law funding to make public transportation rail stations accessible for all

Thirty-two years after the passage of the Americans with Disabilities Act, U.S. rail systems will get a significant boost in federal funds to improve accessibility for all riders.
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Buttigieg: DOT announces 'the first-ever dedicated federal initiative to unify neighborhoods'

U.S. Department of Transportation recently announced a new Reconnecting Communities pilot program to connect people to essential services and economic opportunities.
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4 notices published in week ending July 16 by Transportation Department

There were four notices published by the Transportation Department in week ending July 16, according to the Federal Register.
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Phillips: 'We further support essential offshore wind installations'

U.S. Department of Transportation's Maritime Administration recently announced priority financing for offshore wind vessels as an investment in the next generation.
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Bills addressed by Transportation and Infrastructure Committee on July 29

There was activity on 10 bills related to the Transportation and Infrastructure Committee on July 29.
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'It will strengthen our national security': US passes Chips and Science Act to boost domestic semiconductor production

Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg recently lauded the passing of legislation to boost semiconductor production in the United States.
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Buttigieg: DOT Inclusive Design Challenge winners will 'help advance their innovative ideas'

A design team at Purdue University won first place in the U.S. Department of Transportation’s $5 million Inclusive Design Challenge for its development of an automated vehicle that accommodates people who have physical and sensory disabilities.
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ICYMI: Carper, Capito Lead Senate Passage of Bipartisan Recycling Legislation

News Release: WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Senator Tom Carper (D-Del.), Chairman of the Senate Committee on Environment and Public Works (EPW) and Co-Chair of the Senate Recycling Caucus; Senator Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.), Ranking Member of the EPW Committee, led the Senate to pass the Recycling and Composting Accountability Act and the Recycling Infrastructure and Accessibility Act by unanimous consent.
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Biden Administration Announces New PROTECT Formula Program, $7.3 Billion from Bipartisan Infrastructure Law to Help Communities Build Resilient Infrastructure

News Release: WASHINGTON, D.C. - In an ongoing effort to combat the effects of climate change and address the growing costs of extreme weather events negatively impacting communities, the U.S. Department of Transportation’s Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) today announced new guidance and $7.3 billion in formula . .
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How politicians on Transportation and Infrastructure Committee dealt with bills on July 28

There was activity on three bills related to the Transportation and Infrastructure Committee on July 28.
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On Anniversary of ADA, USDOT Announces Winners of its First-Ever Inclusive Design Challenge

News Release: WASHINGTON - Today, during an event held in recognition of the ADA’s 32nd anniversary, the U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT) will announce the winners of its $5 million Inclusive Design Challenge, a competition focused on innovative designs to enhance mobility options for people with physical, . .
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