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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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Carper, Capito Lead Senate Passage of Water Resources Development Act

News Release: WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Senator Tom Carper (D-Del.), Chairman of the Senate Committee on Environment and Public Works, and Senator Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.), Ranking Member of the EPW Committee, today led the Senate to pass the Water Resources Development Act of 2022 (WRDA 2022) by a vote of 93-1.
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New notice from Surface Transportation Board to be published on Aug. 1

There is one release scheduled to be published on Aug. 1.
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National Highway Traffic Safety Administration set to publish a new notice on Aug. 1

There is one release scheduled to be published on Aug. 1.
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Buttigieg: 'These grants will help modernize small shipyards in communities across the country'

U.S. Department of Transportation's Maritime Administration recently announced $19.6 million in grants to 24 small shipyards in 19 states to help modernize.
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Carper Leads Senate Passage of Water Resources Development Act, Delivering Wins for Delaware

News Release: WASHINGTON, D.C. - Senator Tom Carper (D-Del.), Chairman of the Senate Committee on Environment and Public Works, today led the Senate to pass the Water Resources Development Act of 2022 (WRDA 2022), bipartisan legislation that authorizes critical investments in the projects and programs of the U.S. ...
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July 28: bills handled by Environment and Public Works Committee

There was activity on three bills related to the Environment and Public Works Committee on July 28.
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Transportation Department discusses Coastwise Endorsement Eligibility Determination for a Foreign-Built Vessel: Salty Girl (Motor); Invitation for Public Comments on July 27

The US Transportation Department published a one page notice on July 27, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.
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U.S. Maritime Transportation System National Advisory Committee; Notice of Public Meeting discussed on July 27 by Transportation Department

The US Transportation Department published a two page notice on July 27, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.
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Carper Statement on the Inflation Reduction Act of 2022

News Release: WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Senator Tom Carper (D-Del.), Chairman of the Senate Committee on Environment and Public Works (EPW), today issued the following statement on the Inflation Reduction Act of 2022...
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Transportation Department discusses Airworthiness Directives; Embraer S.A. (Type Certificate Previously Held by Yaborã Indústria Aeronáutica S.A.) Airplanes on July 27

The US Transportation Department published a four page rule on July 27, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.
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Coastwise Endorsement Eligibility Determination for a Foreign-Built Vessel: SKIPPER (Sail); Invitation for Public Comments discussed on July 27 by Transportation Department

The US Transportation Department published a one page notice on July 27, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.
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Transportation Department discusses Coastwise Endorsement Eligibility Determination for a Foreign-Built Vessel: Gemini Star (Sail); Invitation for Public Comments on July 27

The US Transportation Department published a two page notice on July 27, according to the U.S. Government Publishing Office.
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