The April 30Â announcement from House Democrats on an agreement with President Donald Trump to work on a $2 trillion infrastructure package elevated the profile of the subcommittee on Highways and Transit, and presents Del. Eleanor Holmes Norton with an opportunity to pursue a transformative vision not just for the District of Columbia, but the entire country.
May 1, 2019GovernmentBusiness
Trump, Congressional Democrats Agree on $2 Trillion Infrastructure Package
After a private meeting at the White House on April 30, Speaker Nancy Pelosi and Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer told reporters that Democrats had reached an agreement with President Donald Trump on a $2 trillion infrastructure measure.
April 30, 2019GovernmentBusiness
Infrastructure, Funding, Nominations on Congress’ Agenda
When lawmakers return to Capitol Hill on April 29, they will look on as the leadership from the House Democrats and President Donald Trump engage in a discussion about the country’s roads and bridges, and ways to pay for improvements. Speaker Nancy Pelosi (D-Calif.) and Trump have expressed an interest in considering long-term infrastructure legislation this year.
April 25, 2019GovernmentBusinessSafety
Infrastructure Bill Possible With Trump, Congressional Leadership, Chamber Says
WASHINGTON — With the next round of infrastructure talks between President Donald Trump and House Speaker Nancy Pelosi expected later this month, an influential group in Washington will keep working the sidelines to get a long-term bill across the finish line.
April 25, 2019GovernmentBusinessSafety
US House Hearing on Lawmakers’ Priorities Set for May 1
Concerns related to freight and commuter connectivity, pipelines and air travel will be among the themes the transportation panel of the U.S. House of Representatives is scheduled to address May 1.
April 23, 2019GovernmentBusiness
Infrastructure Policy On Tap When Trump, Pelosi Meet Again
Amid growing pressure from the transportation community, President Donald Trump and House Speaker Nancy Pelosi intend to meet again soon to discuss infrastructure policy.
April 17, 2019GovernmentBusiness
Speaker Nancy Pelosi Eyes as Much as $2 Trillion for Infrastructure
WASHINGTON — On April 4, House Speaker Nancy Pelosi dialed up the president and requested a meeting. She talked to Donald Trump about working together on an infrastructure package.
April 12, 2019GovernmentBusinessFuel
Transportation Secretary Elaine Chao Reminds House Panel: White House Open to All Infrastructure Funding Options
WASHINGTON — Transportation Secretary Elaine Chao reaffirmed the Trump White House’s desire to partner with congressional transportation leaders on an infrastructure policy package that would reflect the views of Democrats and Republicans.
April 10, 2019GovernmentBusinessFuelPerspective
Opinion: Congress Must Act on Infrastructure Crisis
ATA President Chris Spear: American Trucking Associations is stepping up our call on Washington with a new media and grassroots advocacy campaign that turns up the pressure on Congress and the administration to enact comprehensive infrastructure funding legislation.
April 10, 2019GovernmentBusinessSafety
Boosting Safety a Priority for Next Highway Bill, House Democrats Say
WASHINGTON — Enhancing safety programs with the goal of reducing roadway and pedestrian fatalities nationwide will be a priority for lawmakers writing the next highway policy bill, the top transportation authorizer in the U.S. House of Representatives said April 9.
April 9, 2019