Capitol Hill News
Surface transportation bill approved by House committee – Sweeping bill would authorize
$580 billion for highway and rail programs through fiscal 2031.
Alabama senators meet with transportation secretary about I-10 bridge project – State
seeks federal pilot program for financing as construction remains stalled.
House Panel Slated to Debate FY27 Transportation Bill – Measure Includes $200M for
Truck Parking.
Other Transportation News
Travel industry worries after Trump administration reiterates threat to sanctuary city
airports – Industry groups warn the proposal could disrupt international travel.
Amtrak, DOT name developer for New York Penn Station renovation project – The $8
billion project includes expanding track capacity, a new Eighth Avenue entrance to a new
train hall and improving the station’s existing subterranean structure.
Port News
Ships, trains and semi-trucks: How inland port aims to ease Atlanta traffic – Ports
Authority opens second North Georgia cargo terminal designed to move shipping
containers from roads to rails.
DOT’s Maritime Administration Announces Nearly Half a Billion Investment into
America’s Ports – The Department of Transportation’s Maritime Administration has
announced $488,628,000 in funding to restore American maritime dominance and
revitalize American ports, shipyards and maritime capabilities.
Australia-India-Japan-US Quad to build a port– The port in Fiji will be its first joint
infrastructure project.
