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Support for Great American Outdoors Act. Support H.R. 1897, ESA Amendments Act of 2025. Commented on ESA regulatory reforms.
Support for Great American Outdoors Act Support H.R. 1897, ESA Amendments Act of 2025
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Met with EPA and OMB on proposed Waters of the United States rulemaking. Urged EPA to clarify section 401 water permits. Commented on beneficial reuse of coal combustion residuals in construction products.
Support for Highway Trust Fund solvency measures, including S. 536 the Fair SHARE Act, which would impose a fee on electric vehicles.
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Support for Highway Trust Fund solvency measures, including S. 536 the Fair SHARE Act, which would impose a fee on electric vehicles.
Support for Highway Trust Fund solvency measures, including S. 536 the Fair SHARE Act, which would impose a fee on electric vehicles.
Support for Highway Trust Fund solvency measures, including S. 536 the Fair SHARE Act, which would impose a fee on electric vehicles.
Support for Highway Trust Fund solvency measures, including S. 536 the Fair SHARE Act, which would impose a fee on electric vehicles.
Support for Highway Trust Fund solvency measures, including S. 536 the Fair SHARE Act, which would impose a fee on electric vehicles.
Support for Highway Trust Fund solvency measures, including S. 536 the Fair SHARE Act, which would impose a fee on electric vehicles and the electric vehicle fee included in the One Big Beautiful Bill Act. Support for business tax measures including bonus depreciation, R&D expensing, and accelerated depreciation for factories.
Support for Highway Trust Fund solvency measures, including S. 536 the Fair SHARE Act, which would impose a fee on electric vehicles.
Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Federal Highway Administration relating to "National Performance Management Measures; Assessing Performance of the National Highway System, Greenhouse Gas Emissions Measure".
Opposed expanding U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and Army Corps of Engineers (Corps) jurisdictional authority to include roadside ditches. Opposed FHWA efforts to establish a greenhouse gas performance measure, including supporting SJ Res. 161 and HJ Res 114 which would disapprove of the FHWA rule. Changes to NAAQs PM standards
Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Federal Highway Administration relating to "National Performance Management Measures; Assessing Performance of the National Highway System, Greenhouse Gas Emissions Measure".
Opposed expanding U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and Army Corps of Engineers (Corps) jurisdictional authority to include roadside ditches. Opposed FHWA efforts to establish a greenhouse gas performance measure, including supporting SJ Res. 161 and HJ Res 114 which would disapprove of the FHWA rule. Changes to NAAQs PM standards
Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Federal Highway Administration relating to "National Performance Management Measures; Assessing Performance of the National Highway System, Greenhouse Gas Emissions Measure".
Opposed expanding U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and Army Corps of Engineers (Corps) jurisdictional authority to include roadside ditches. Opposed FHWA efforts to establish a greenhouse gas performance measure, including supporting SJ Res. 161 and HJ Res 114 which would disapprove of the FHWA rule. Changes to NAAQs PM standards
Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Federal Highway Administration relating to "National Performance Management Measures; Assessing Performance of the National Highway System, Greenhouse Gas Emissions Measure".
Opposed expanding U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and Army Corps of Engineers (Corps) jurisdictional authority to include roadside ditches. Opposed FHWA efforts to establish a greenhouse gas performance measure, including supporting SJ Res. 161 and HJ Res 114 which would disapprove of the FHWA rule. Changes to NAAQs PM standards
Urged support for H.R. 3935, the Securing Growth and Robust Leadership in American Aviation Act and S. 1939, the FAA Reauthorization Act of 2023, including the Airport Improvement Program
Urged support for H.R. 3935, the Securing Growth and Robust Leadership in American Aviation Act and S. 1939, the FAA Reauthorization Act of 2023, including the Airport Improvement Program.
ARTBA supported continued funding of the IIJA in FY2025 appropriations bills. Urged support for HR 5779 and S 3262, the Fiscal Commission Act and Fiscal Stability Act
ARTBA supported continued funding of the IIJA in FY2024 appropriations bills. Urged Congress to pass a CR, in lieu of a government shutdown, while work on FY24 bills continues. Urged support for Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2024. Urged support for HR 5779 and S 3262, the Fiscal Commission Act and Fiscal Stability Act
Support for HR 7024, The Tax Relief for American Families and Workers Act of 2024 Support for Highway Trust Fund solvency measures, including a Vehicle Miles Traveled Pilot Program and cost allocation study.
Support for HR 7024, The Tax Relief for American Families and Workers Act of 2024 Support for Highway Trust Fund solvency measures, including a Vehicle Miles Traveled Pilot Program and cost allocation study.
Support for HR 7024, The Tax Relief for American Families and Workers Act of 2024 Support for Highway Trust Fund solvency measures, including a Vehicle Miles Traveled Pilot Program and cost allocation study.
Support for HR 7024, The Tax Relief for American Families and Workers Act of 2024 Support for Highway Trust Fund solvency measures, including a Vehicle Miles Traveled Pilot Program and cost allocation study.
Urged support for H.R. 3935, the Securing Growth and Robust Leadership in American Aviation Act and S. 1939, the FAA Reauthorization Act of 2023, including the Airport Improvement Program
Urged support for H.R. 3935, the Securing Growth and Robust Leadership in American Aviation Act and S. 1939, the FAA Reauthorization Act of 2023, including the Airport Improvement Program.
ARTBA supported continued funding of the IIJA in FY2025 appropriations bills. Urged support for HR 5779 and S 3262, the Fiscal Commission Act and Fiscal Stability Act
ARTBA supported continued funding of the IIJA in FY2024 appropriations bills. Urged Congress to pass a CR, in lieu of a government shutdown, while work on FY24 bills continues. Urged support for Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2024. Urged support for HR 5779 and S 3262, the Fiscal Commission Act and Fiscal Stability Act
Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Department of the Army, Corps of Engineers, Department of Defense and the Environmental Protection Agency relating to "Revised Definition of 'Waters of the United States'".
Urged support for the Navigable Waters Protection Rule and opposed expanding U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and Army Corps of Engineers (Corps) jurisdictional authority to include roadside ditches. Supported the Passage of H.J. Res 27, a resolution that would disapprove the revised definition of Waters of the United States in both the House and Senate. Opposed further tightening of the National Ambient Air Quality standards for particulate matter.
ARTBA supported the modernization of the National Environmental Policy Act(NEPA) and opposed the rollback of recent NEPA reforms. ARTBA supported H.R. 1577, the "Building United States Infrastructure through Limited Delays and Efficient Reviews (BUILDER) Act of 2023. ARTBA Supported H.R. 1, the "Lower Energy Costs" Act.
ARTBA supported the modernization of the National Environmental Policy Act(NEPA) and opposed the rollback of recent NEPA reforms. ARTBA supported H.R. 1577, the "Building United States Infrastructure through Limited Delays and Efficient Reviews (BUILDER) Act of 2023. ARTBA supported project delivery improvements to NEPA proposed in the Fiscal Responsiblity Act. ARTBA Supported H.R. 1, the "Lower Energy Costs" Act.
ARTBA supported the modernization of the National Environmental Policy Act(NEPA) and opposed the rollback of recent NEPA reforms. ARTBA supported H.R. 1577, the "Building United States Infrastructure through Limited Delays and Efficient Reviews (BUILDER) Act of 2023. ARTBA Supported H.R. 1, the "Lower Energy Costs" Act.
ARTBA supported the modernization of the National Environmental Policy Act(NEPA) and opposed the rollback of recent NEPA reforms. ARTBA supported H.R. 1577, the "Building United States Infrastructure through Limited Delays and Efficient Reviews (BUILDER) Act of 2023. ARTBA supported project delivery improvements to NEPA proposed in the Fiscal Responsiblity Act. ARTBA Supported H.R. 1, the "Lower Energy Costs" Act.
Urged increased support for the Federal Aviation reauthorization legislation. Supported H.R. 3935, Securing Growth and Robust Leadership in American Aviation Act.
Urged increased support for Airport Improvement Program funds in federal aviation reauthorization legislation. Supported H.R. 3935, Securing Growth and Robust Leadership in American Aviation Act.
A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the National Marine Fisheries Service relating to "Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Regulations for Listing Endangered and Threatened Species and Designating Critical Habitat".
ARTBA supported the modernization of the National Environmental Policy Act(NEPA) and opposed the rollback of recent NEPA reforms. ARTBA supported project delivery improvements to NEPA proposed in the Fiscal Responsiblity Act. ARTBA supported S.J. Res 23 which rescinds FWS rule to modify critical habitat process
ARTBA urged the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) to consider several issues which would impact the transportation construction industry as they promulgate an emergency temporary standard (ETS) concerning COVID vaccinations for private employers with 100 or more employees. These issues included concerns about recordkeeping, treatment of subcontractors, impacts on the transportation construction workforce and costs associated with the ETS. ARTBA opposed Executive Order (EO) 14063, which requires project labor agreements (PLA) on federal construction contracts exceeding $35 million. ARTBA supported S. 403/H.R. 1284, the "Fair and Open Competition Act" which would prevent federal agencies from requiring PLAs. ATRBA asked U.S. DOT to include transportation construction workers under its definition of "vulnerable road users" for purposes of the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA).
State, Local, Tribal, and Territorial Fiscal Recovery, Infrastructure, and Disaster Relief Flexibility Act
ARTBA urged Congress to pass the FY 2022 Transportation, Housing and Urban Development (THUD) appropriations bill. ARTBA supported the addition of S. 3011/H.R. 5735 to the FY 2022 omnibus appropriations bill. The legislation would provides states and localities the flexibility to use COVID relief funds for infrastructure projects. ARTBA asked the Department of Treasury to clarify that American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds may be used to mitigate the impact of supply chain delays and shortages. ARTBA urged House and Senate appropriators to retain language ensuring "local hire" requirements for transportation projects do not lead to detrimental impacts on competition, price or safety.
State, Local, Tribal, and Territorial Fiscal Recovery, Infrastructure, and Disaster Relief Flexibility Act
ARTBA supported the passage of S. 3011/H.R. 5735 in the House and as part of a stopgap spending package. The legislation would provides states and localities the flexibility to use COVID relief funds for infrastructure projects.
State, Local, Tribal, and Territorial Fiscal Recovery, Infrastructure, and Disaster Relief Flexibility Act
ARTBA urged Congress to pass the FY 2022 Transportation, Housing and Urban Development (THUD) appropriations bill. ARTBA supported the passage of S. 3011/H.R. 5735 in the House and as part of a COVID relief package in the Senate. The legislation would provides states and localities the flexibility to use COVID relief funds for infrastructure projects.
State, Local, Tribal, and Territorial Fiscal Recovery, Infrastructure, and Disaster Relief Flexibility Act
ARTBA supported the passage of S. 3011/H.R. 5735 in the House and as part of a stopgap spending package. The legislation would provides states and localities the flexibility to use COVID relief funds for infrastructure projects. ARTBA urged support for transportation programs in the FY 2023 omnibus appropriations bill.
ARTBA opposed S. 3609/H.R. 6787, the "Gas Prices Relief Act."
ARTBA opposed S. 3609/H.R. 6787, the "Gas Prices Relief Act."
ARTBA opposed S. 3609/H.R. 6787, the "Gas Prices Relief Act."
Opposed mandatory the use of project labor agreements on direct federal projects valued at $35 million or more. Opposed the following provisions of H.R. 7900 (the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2023): Sec. 809 - giving Department of Defense preference to contractors with union agreements, Sec. 5187 - initiating debarment proceedings for Fair Labor Standards Act violations, Sec. 868 - prohibiting the Department of Defense from entering into contracts with employers who have violated the National Labor Relations Act, and Sec. 2809B promoting local hire programs. ARTBA also opposed changes to the federal contracting and debarment system prior to recommendations from a forthcoming report from the the Acquisition Innovation Research Center.
State, Local, Tribal, and Territorial Fiscal Recovery, Infrastructure, and Disaster Relief Flexibility Act
ARTBA supported the passage of S. 3011/H.R. 5735 in the House and as part of a stopgap spending package. The legislation would provides states and localities the flexibility to use COVID relief funds for infrastructure projects.
State, Local, Tribal, and Territorial Fiscal Recovery, Infrastructure, and Disaster Relief Flexibility Act
ARTBA urged Congress to pass the FY 2022 Transportation, Housing and Urban Development (THUD) appropriations bill. ARTBA supported the passage of S. 3011/H.R. 5735 in the House and as part of a COVID relief package in the Senate. The legislation would provides states and localities the flexibility to use COVID relief funds for infrastructure projects.
State, Local, Tribal, and Territorial Fiscal Recovery, Infrastructure, and Disaster Relief Flexibility Act
ARTBA supported the passage of S. 3011/H.R. 5735 in the House and as part of a stopgap spending package. The legislation would provides states and localities the flexibility to use COVID relief funds for infrastructure projects. ARTBA urged support for transportation programs in the FY 2023 omnibus appropriations bill.
State, Local, Tribal, and Territorial Fiscal Recovery, Infrastructure, and Disaster Relief Flexibility Act
ARTBA urged Congress to pass the FY 2022 Transportation, Housing and Urban Development (THUD) appropriations bill. ARTBA supported the addition of S. 3011/H.R. 5735 to the FY 2022 omnibus appropriations bill. The legislation would provides states and localities the flexibility to use COVID relief funds for infrastructure projects. ARTBA asked the Department of Treasury to clarify that American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds may be used to mitigate the impact of supply chain delays and shortages. ARTBA urged House and Senate appropriators to retain language ensuring "local hire" requirements for transportation projects do not lead to detrimental impacts on competition, price or safety.
ARTBA opposed S. 3609/H.R. 6787, the "Gas Prices Relief Act."
ARTBA opposed S. 3609/H.R. 6787, the "Gas Prices Relief Act."
ARTBA opposed S. 3609/H.R. 6787, the "Gas Prices Relief Act."
ARTBA urged the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) to consider several issues which would impact the transportation construction industry as they promulgate an emergency temporary standard (ETS) concerning COVID vaccinations for private employers with 100 or more employees. These issues included concerns about recordkeeping, treatment of subcontractors, impacts on the transportation construction workforce and costs associated with the ETS. ARTBA opposed Executive Order (EO) 14063, which requires project labor agreements (PLA) on federal construction contracts exceeding $35 million. ARTBA supported S. 403/H.R. 1284, the "Fair and Open Competition Act" which would prevent federal agencies from requiring PLAs. ATRBA asked U.S. DOT to include transportation construction workers under its definition of "vulnerable road users" for purposes of the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA).
ARTBA met with members of Congress and Biden Administration officials to discuss myriad federal transportation issues, including the solvency of the Highway Trust Fund and reauthorization of the federal surface transportation program. ARTBA met with House and Senate staff to discuss priorities for inclusion in surface transportation program reauthorization legislation. ARTBA also signed a coalition letter to House and Senate staff outlining priorities for surface transportation legislation. ARTBA urged Congress to make reauthorization of the federal surface transportation program a central part of COVID-19 recovery efforts. ARTBA opposed any efforts to temporarily suspend or permanently repeal a dedicated user fee that generates revenue to support surface transportation improvements as part of COVID-19 recovery efforts. ARTBA opposed Amendments 255 and 450 to S. Con. Res. 5, on the basis that they would have constrained discussion on addressing the nation's infrastructure needs. ARTBA urged the Department of the Treasury to specify that transportation infrastructure was eligible for relief and capital assistance funds authorized by H.R. 1319, the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021
ARTBA met with members of Congress and Biden Administration officials to discuss myriad federal transportation issues, including the solvency of the Highway Trust Fund and reauthorization of the federal surface transportation program. ARTBA met with House and Senate staff to discuss priorities for inclusion in surface transportation program reauthorization legislation. ARTBA urged Congress to make reauthorization of the federal surface transportation program a central part of COVID-19 recovery efforts. ARTBA urged Congress to make a comprehensive national vehicle miles travelled implementation program part of any surface transportation program reauthorization legislation. ARTBA urged Congress to authorize $200 billion in highway and bridge stimulus in 2022 to be obligated through 2026. ARTBA supported passage of S. 1931, the Surface Transportation Reauthorization Act of 2021. ARTBA also supported and opposed multiple amendments to the legislation. ARTBA commended the introduction of H.R. 3341, the Surface Transportation Advanced through Reform, Technology and Efficient Review Act (Starter 2.0). ARTBA supported the passage of H.R. 3684, the "Investing in a New Vision for the Environment and Surface Transportation in America" Act (INVEST Act). ARTBA also supported and opposed multiple amendments to the legislation.
ARTBA met with members of Congress and Biden Administration officials to discuss myriad federal transportation issues, including the solvency of the Highway Trust Fund and reauthorization of the federal surface transportation program. ARTBA met with House and Senate staff to discuss priorities for inclusion in surface transportation program reauthorization legislation. ARTBA urged Congress to make reauthorization of the federal surface transportation program a central part of COVID-19 recovery efforts. ARTBA urged Congress to make a comprehensive national vehicle miles travelled implementation program part of any surface transportation program reauthorization legislation. ARTBA urged Congress to authorize $200 billion in highway and bridge stimulus in 2022 to be obligated through 2026. ARTBA supported passage of S. 1931, the Surface Transportation Reauthorization Act of 2021. ARTBA also supported and opposed multiple amendments to the legislation. ARTBA commended the introduction of H.R. 3341, the Surface Transportation Advanced through Reform, Technology and Efficient Review Act (Starter 2.0). ARTBA supported the passage of H.R. 3684, the "Investing in a New Vision for the Environment and Surface Transportation in America" Act (INVEST Act). ARTBA also supported and opposed multiple amendments to the legislation.
ARTBA urged the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) not to enact a national emergency temporary standard (ETS) for COVID-19 and instead allow industries to develop specific best practices suited to their particular situations. ARTBA urged opposition to H.R. 482, the Protecting the Right to Organize (PRO) Act.
State, Local, Tribal, and Territorial Fiscal Recovery, Infrastructure, and Disaster Relief Flexibility Act
ARTBA met with members of Congress and Biden Administration officials to discuss myriad federal transportation issues, including the solvency of the Highway Trust Fund and reauthorization of the federal surface transportation program. ARTBA sent multiple letters of support for the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA) to the U.S. Senate. ARTBA thanked legislators and the Biden administration for the passage of the IIJA. ARTBA asked the Department of the Treasury to clarify that Coronavirus State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds from the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) may be used by state and local governments to mitigate the impacts of supply chain issues. ARTBA supported passage of S. 3011 and H.R. 5735, the "State, Local, Tribal, and Territorial Fiscal Recovery, Infrastructure, and Disaster Relief Flexibility Act" allowing COVID-19 relief funds to be used for infrastructure projects.
ARTBA met with members of Congress and Biden Administration officials to discuss myriad federal transportation issues, including the solvency of the Highway Trust Fund and reauthorization of the federal surface transportation program. ARTBA met with House and Senate staff to discuss priorities for inclusion in surface transportation program reauthorization legislation. ARTBA urged Congress to make reauthorization of the federal surface transportation program a central part of COVID-19 recovery efforts. ARTBA urged Congress to make a comprehensive national vehicle miles travelled implementation program part of any surface transportation program reauthorization legislation. ARTBA urged Congress to authorize $200 billion in highway and bridge stimulus in 2022 to be obligated through 2026. ARTBA supported passage of S. 1931, the Surface Transportation Reauthorization Act of 2021. ARTBA also supported and opposed multiple amendments to the legislation. ARTBA commended the introduction of H.R. 3341, the Surface Transportation Advanced through Reform, Technology and Efficient Review Act (Starter 2.0). ARTBA supported the passage of H.R. 3684, the "Investing in a New Vision for the Environment and Surface Transportation in America" Act (INVEST Act). ARTBA also supported and opposed multiple amendments to the legislation.
State, Local, Tribal, and Territorial Fiscal Recovery, Infrastructure, and Disaster Relief Flexibility Act
ARTBA met with members of Congress and Biden Administration officials to discuss myriad federal transportation issues, including the solvency of the Highway Trust Fund and reauthorization of the federal surface transportation program. ARTBA sent multiple letters of support for the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA) to the U.S. Senate. ARTBA thanked legislators and the Biden administration for the passage of the IIJA. ARTBA asked the Department of the Treasury to clarify that Coronavirus State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds from the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) may be used by state and local governments to mitigate the impacts of supply chain issues. ARTBA supported passage of S. 3011 and H.R. 5735, the "State, Local, Tribal, and Territorial Fiscal Recovery, Infrastructure, and Disaster Relief Flexibility Act" allowing COVID-19 relief funds to be used for infrastructure projects.
A concurrent resolution setting forth the congressional budget for the United States Government for fiscal year 2021 and setting forth the appropriate budgetary levels for fiscal years 2022 through 2030.
ARTBA met with members of Congress and Biden Administration officials to discuss myriad federal transportation issues, including the solvency of the Highway Trust Fund and reauthorization of the federal surface transportation program. ARTBA met with House and Senate staff to discuss priorities for inclusion in surface transportation program reauthorization legislation. ARTBA also signed a coalition letter to House and Senate staff outlining priorities for surface transportation legislation. ARTBA urged Congress to make reauthorization of the federal surface transportation program a central part of COVID-19 recovery efforts. ARTBA opposed any efforts to temporarily suspend or permanently repeal a dedicated user fee that generates revenue to support surface transportation improvements as part of COVID-19 recovery efforts. ARTBA opposed Amendments 255 and 450 to S. Con. Res. 5, on the basis that they would have constrained discussion on addressing the nation's infrastructure needs. ARTBA urged the Department of the Treasury to specify that transportation infrastructure was eligible for relief and capital assistance funds authorized by H.R. 1319, the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021
Urged opposition to expanding the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and Army Corps of Engineers jurisdictional authority under the Clean Water Act to include all U.S. water bodies. ARTBA urged EPA and Congress to make fundamental changes to the Clean Air Act's transportation conformity program. ARTBA expressed concern about the impact of the "Safe, Affordable, Fuel-Efficient" Vehicles Rule on the ability of states to meet federal goals under the Clean Air Act's transportation conformity program. ARTBA opposed changes to the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permitting structure proposed in H.R. 1497, the "Water Quality and Jobs Creation Act of 2019."
ARTBA supported the Council on Environmental Quality's efforts to modernize the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA). ARTBA supported Passage of H.R. 8333, the "Building U.S. Infrastructure through Limited Delays & Efficient Reviews" Act. ARTBA supported passage of S. 4589, the Endangered Species Act Amendments of 2020. ARTBA advocated for changes to H.R. 1603, the Allen Reinstein Ban Asbestos Now Act. Specifically, the association expressed concern about the potential effects of an incorrect definition of what constitutes asbestos on aggregate products, an ingredient in the production of concrete and asphalt, among other common uses throughout society.
ARTBA staff met with members of Congress and Trump Administration officials to discuss myriad federal transportation issues, including the solvency of the Highway Trust Fund. ARTBA met with House and Senate staff to discuss priorities for reauthorization of the surface transportation program. ARTBA met with House and Senate staff to express support for an extension of the Fixing America's Surface Transportation (FAST) Act reauthorization law. ARTBA urged Congress to make reauthorization of the federal surface transportation program a central part of COVID-19 recovery efforts. ARTBA also supported $37 billion in direct aid to state departments of transportation as part of COVID-19 recovery efforts. ARTBA opposed any efforts to temporarily suspend or permanently repeal a dedicated user fee that generates revenue to support surface transportation improvements as part of COVID-19 recovery efforts. ARTBA supported the inclusion of direct financial assistance for state highway programs in H.R. 6800, the "Health and Economic Recovery Omnibus Energy Solutions" (HEROES) Act. ARTBA supported passage of H.R. 2, the Moving Forward Act. ARTBA also urged support and opposition for various specific amendments to the act.
ARTBA staff met with members of Congress and Trump Administration officials to discuss myriad federal transportation issues, including the solvency of the Highway Trust Fund. ARTBA met with House and Senate staff to discuss priorities for reauthorization of the surface transportation program. ARTBA urged Congress to make reauthorization of the federal surface transportation program a central part of COVID-19 recovery efforts. ARTBA also supported direct aid to state departments of transportation as part of COVID-19 recovery efforts. ARTBA supported the inclusion of direct financial assistance for state highway programs in H.R. 6800, the "Health and Economic Recovery Omnibus Energy Solutions" (HEROES) Act. ARTBA, through both individual and coalition letters, supported H.R. 2, the "Investing in a New Vision for the Environment and Surface Transportation in America Act" (INVEST Act). ARTBA also urged support and opposition for various specific amendments to the act. ARTBA supported H.R. 2, the Moving Forward Act.
ARTBA expressed concerns regarding H.R. 3884, the "Marijuana Opportunity, Reinvestment and Expungement" (MORE) Act. Specifically, ARTBA asked Representatives to consider the impacts of marijuana legalization on worksite safety and the ability of employers to properly drug test their employees.
ARTBA urged President Trump to overturn Executive Order 13502 requiring project labor agreements on federal-aid construction projects. ARTBA urged OSHA to clarify requirements concerning workplace reporting of COVID-19. ARTBA expressed concern over the impact of expanded sick leave and Family Medical Leave Act provisions in H.R. 6201, the Families First Coronavirus Response Act on small and disadvantaged businesses.
William M. (Mac) Thornberry National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2021
ARTBA opposed a decision by the Federal Communications Commission's acceptance of Ligado Networks, LLC's application to provide 5G services nationwide. ARTBA also filed a petition for reconsideration of the decision with the FCC. ARTBA urged support for provisions in H.R. 6395, "the William (Mac) Thornberry National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2021" relating to the Ligado order.
ARTBA staff met with members of Congress and Trump Administration officials to discuss myriad federal transportation issues, including the solvency of the Highway Trust Fund. ARTBA met with House and Senate staff to discuss priorities for reauthorization of the surface transportation program. ARTBA urged Congress to make reauthorization of the federal surface transportation program a central part of COVID-19 recovery efforts. ARTBA also supported direct aid to state departments of transportation as part of COVID-19 recovery efforts. ARTBA supported the inclusion of direct financial assistance for state highway programs in H.R. 6800, the "Health and Economic Recovery Omnibus Energy Solutions" (HEROES) Act. ARTBA, through both individual and coalition letters, supported H.R. 2, the "Investing in a New Vision for the Environment and Surface Transportation in America Act" (INVEST Act). ARTBA also urged support and opposition for various specific amendments to the act. ARTBA supported H.R. 2, the Moving Forward Act.
ARTBA staff met with members of Congress and Trump Administration officials to discuss myriad federal transportation issues, including the solvency of the Highway Trust Fund. ARTBA met with House and Senate staff to discuss priorities for reauthorization of the surface transportation program. ARTBA met with House and Senate staff to express support for an extension of the Fixing America's Surface Transportation (FAST) Act reauthorization law. ARTBA urged Congress to make reauthorization of the federal surface transportation program a central part of COVID-19 recovery efforts. ARTBA also supported $37 billion in direct aid to state departments of transportation as part of COVID-19 recovery efforts. ARTBA opposed any efforts to temporarily suspend or permanently repeal a dedicated user fee that generates revenue to support surface transportation improvements as part of COVID-19 recovery efforts. ARTBA supported the inclusion of direct financial assistance for state highway programs in H.R. 6800, the "Health and Economic Recovery Omnibus Energy Solutions" (HEROES) Act. ARTBA supported passage of H.R. 2, the Moving Forward Act. ARTBA also urged support and opposition for various specific amendments to the act.
ARTBA urged congress to clarify that business expenses related to the Small Business Administration's Paycheck Protection Program are tax-deductible. ARTBA urged congress to increase the amount of Paycheck Protection Program funds which could be used for non-payroll expenses. ARTBA urged Congress to extend the eight-week duration of Paycheck Protection Program loans. ARTBA urged congress to extend the Paycheck Protection Program's "safe harbor" provision for rehiring workers. ARTBA asked OMB to clarify that Paycheck Protection Funds spent on federal contracting work do not need to be credited back to the contracting agency. ARTBA supported H.R. 7010, the "Paycheck Protection Program Flexibility Act."
State, Foreign Operations, Agriculture, Rural Development, Interior, Environment, Military Construction, and Veterans Affairs Appropriations Act, 2021
ARTBA opposed amendment 72 to Division C of H.R. 7608, the "State, Foreign Operations, Agriculture, Rural Development, Interior, Environment, Military Construction, and Veterans Affairs Appropriations Act of 2021." The amendment would have blocked implementation of recently executed reforms to the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA).
ARTBA supported S. 4117 and H.R. 7777, the "Paycheck Protection Program Small Business Forgiveness Act." ARTBA urged Congress to expand eligibility for businesses to participate in a second round of Paycheck Protection Program loans. ARTBA urged Congress to clarify that PPP loans are fully tax deductible and that business expenses paid for with PPP loan proceeds are also deductible. ARTBA expressed concern over the Paycheck Protection Program's (PPP) Loan Necessity Questionnaire. Specifically, ARTBA noted the form does not give transportation construction firms adequate opportunity to explain how their businesses have been impacted by COVID-19. ARTBA urged SBA to issue further guidance on the for and also suspend its use.
Building United States Infrastructure through Limited Delays and Efficient Reviews Act of 2020
ARTBA supported the Council on Environmental Quality's efforts to modernize the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA). ARTBA supported Passage of H.R. 8333, the "Building U.S. Infrastructure through Limited Delays & Efficient Reviews" Act. ARTBA supported passage of S. 4589, the Endangered Species Act Amendments of 2020. ARTBA advocated for changes to H.R. 1603, the Allen Reinstein Ban Asbestos Now Act. Specifically, the association expressed concern about the potential effects of an incorrect definition of what constitutes asbestos on aggregate products, an ingredient in the production of concrete and asphalt, among other common uses throughout society.
ARTBA urged support for S. 1811, the Water Resources Development Act of 2020 (WRDA 2020)
ARTBA supported S. 4117, the "Paycheck Protection Program Small Business Forgiveness Act." ARTBA supported a technical amendment to S. 3548, the "Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security" (CARES) Act addressing the tax treatment of Paycheck Protection Program loans allowing borrowers to deduct the same expenses that qualified them for loan forgiveness. ARTBA urged Congress to expand eligibility for businesses to participate in a second round of Paycheck Protection Program loans.
ARTBA supported S. 4117, the "Paycheck Protection Program Small Business Forgiveness Act." ARTBA supported a technical amendment to S. 3548, the "Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security" (CARES) Act addressing the tax treatment of Paycheck Protection Program loans allowing borrowers to deduct the same expenses that qualified them for loan forgiveness. ARTBA urged Congress to expand eligibility for businesses to participate in a second round of Paycheck Protection Program loans.
ARTBA supported S. 4117 and H.R. 7777, the "Paycheck Protection Program Small Business Forgiveness Act." ARTBA urged Congress to expand eligibility for businesses to participate in a second round of Paycheck Protection Program loans. ARTBA urged Congress to clarify that PPP loans are fully tax deductible and that business expenses paid for with PPP loan proceeds are also deductible. ARTBA expressed concern over the Paycheck Protection Program's (PPP) Loan Necessity Questionnaire. Specifically, ARTBA noted the form does not give transportation construction firms adequate opportunity to explain how their businesses have been impacted by COVID-19. ARTBA urged SBA to issue further guidance on the for and also suspend its use.
ARTBA supported the Council on Environmental Quality's efforts to modernize the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA). ARTBA supported Passage of H.R. 8333, the "Building U.S. Infrastructure through Limited Delays & Efficient Reviews" Act. ARTBA supported passage of S. 4589, the Endangered Species Act Amendments of 2020. ARTBA advocated for changes to H.R. 1603, the Allen Reinstein Ban Asbestos Now Act. Specifically, the association expressed concern about the potential effects of an incorrect definition of what constitutes asbestos on aggregate products, an ingredient in the production of concrete and asphalt, among other common uses throughout society.
Urged opposition to expanding the United States Environmental Protection Agency and Army Corps of Engineers jurisdictional authority under the Clean Water Act to include all U.S. water bodies. ARTBA urged support for H.R. 1497, the Water QUality Protection and Job Creation Act of 2019.
Urged opposition to expanding the United States Environmental Protection Agency and Army Corps of Engineers jurisdictional authority under the Clean Water Act to include all U.S. water bodies. ARTBA urged support for H.R. 1497, the Water QUality Protection and Job Creation Act of 2019.
ARTBA staff met with members of Congress and Trump Administration officials to discuss myriad federal transportation issues, including the solvency of the Highway Trust Fund. ARTBA pledged support for the H.R. 1508 The Move America/Rebuild America Act of 2019. ARTBA met with House and Senate staff to discuss priorities for reauthorization of the surface transportation program.
ARTBA staff met with members of Congress and Trump Administration officials to discuss myriad federal transportation issues, including the solvency of the Highway Trust Fund. ARTBA pledged support for the H.R. 1508 The Move America/Rebuild America Act of 2019. ARTBA met with House and Senate staff to discuss priorities for reauthorization of the surface transportation program.
ARTBA urged President Trump to overturn Executive Order 13502 requiring project labor agreements on federal-aid construction projects. ARTBA urged support for H.R. 1508, the Fair and Open Competition Act, which would prohibit the use of mandatory project labor agreements.
ARTBA urged President Trump to overturn Executive Order 13502 requiring project labor agreements on federal-aid construction projects. ARTBA urged support for H.R. 1508, the Fair and Open Competition Act, which would prohibit the use of mandatory project labor agreements.
Asuncion Valdivia Heat Illness and Fatality Prevention Act of 2019
ARTBA urged President Trump to overturn Executive Order 13502 requiring project labor agreements on federal-aid construction projects. ARTBA expressed concerns with H.R. 3668, the "Asuncion Valdivia Heat Illness and Fatality Prevention Act of 2019."
An original bill making appropriations for the Departments of Transportation, and Housing and Urban Development, and related agencies for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2020, and for other purposes.
ARTBA urged appropriators to provide the full amount for federal transportation programs authorized in the Fixing America's Surface Transportation Act plus additional supplemental infrastructure investments pursuant to the 2017 two-year budget deal. ARTBA urged Congress to repeal the recission of $7.6 billion in Federal highway contract authority scheduled for July of 2020 as part of any legislative agreement or as a stand-along measure. ARTBA urged the Senate to block a $1.2 billion cut to transit formula funds included in S. 2520, the Housing and Urban Development (THUD) Appropriations bill for FY2020 ARTBA urged the Senate to support the following amendments to S. 2520: Barrasso Amendment 1034 (repeal the aforementioned $7.6 billion in Federal highway contract authority scheduled for July of 2020), Feinstein Amendment 1015 (protecting funding already obligated for California high-speed rail projects from being used for any other purpose), McSally-Jones Amendment 1152 (preventing the aforementioned $1.2 billion cut to transit formula funds), and Crapo Amendment 1104 (allowing the use of federal highway funds on products helping to deter wrong-way intrusions and collisions). ARTBA urged the Senate to oppose the following amendments to S. 2520: Lee Amendments 1165 and 1195 (limiting obligations for highway and transit programs to estimated Highway Trust Fund tax receipts).
Urged opposition to expanding the United States Environmental Protection Agency and Army Corps of Engineers jurisdictional authority under the Clean Water Act to include all U.S. water bodies. ARTBA thanked the Senate Environment and Public Works COmmittee for advancing S. 747, the Diesel EMissions Reduction Act of 2019. The legislation provides federal financial support to states and localities for retrofitting and replacing older diesel engines.
Urged opposition to expanding the United States Environmental Protection Agency and Army Corps of Engineers jurisdictional authority under the Clean Water Act to include all U.S. water bodies. ARTBA thanked the Senate Environment and Public Works COmmittee for advancing S. 747, the Diesel EMissions Reduction Act of 2019. The legislation provides federal financial support to states and localities for retrofitting and replacing older diesel engines.
ARTBA met with Department of Transportation officials to discuss regulatory reform priorities. ARTBA thanked Senator John Cornyn (R-Tex) for introducing three pieces of legislation (S. 2586, S. 2587, and S. 2588) aimed at increasing the delegation of environmental regulatory programs to the state level. ARTBA urged members of the House of Representatives to cosponsor H.R. 2101, the Prior Approval Reform Act. The bill would repeal the Federal Election Commission's pripr approval requirement from corporate member trade association political action committees.
A bill to amend the Federal Water Pollution Control Act to increase the ability of a State to administer a permit program under that Act, and for other purposes.
ARTBA met with Department of Transportation officials to discuss regulatory reform priorities. ARTBA thanked Senator John Cornyn (R-Tex) for introducing three pieces of legislation (S. 2586, S. 2587, and S. 2588) aimed at increasing the delegation of environmental regulatory programs to the state level. ARTBA urged members of the House of Representatives to cosponsor H.R. 2101, the Prior Approval Reform Act. The bill would repeal the Federal Election Commission's pripr approval requirement from corporate member trade association political action committees.
A bill to amend the Endangered Species Act of 1973 to establish a program to allow States to assume certain Federal responsibilities under that Act with respect to agency actions applicable to highway projects within the States, and for other purposes.
ARTBA met with Department of Transportation officials to discuss regulatory reform priorities. ARTBA thanked Senator John Cornyn (R-Tex) for introducing three pieces of legislation (S. 2586, S. 2587, and S. 2588) aimed at increasing the delegation of environmental regulatory programs to the state level. ARTBA urged members of the House of Representatives to cosponsor H.R. 2101, the Prior Approval Reform Act. The bill would repeal the Federal Election Commission's pripr approval requirement from corporate member trade association political action committees.
A bill to amend title 54, United States Code, to establish a program to allow States to assume certain Federal responsibilities under that title with respect to agency actions applicable to highway projects within the States, and for other purposes.
ARTBA met with Department of Transportation officials to discuss regulatory reform priorities. ARTBA thanked Senator John Cornyn (R-Tex) for introducing three pieces of legislation (S. 2586, S. 2587, and S. 2588) aimed at increasing the delegation of environmental regulatory programs to the state level. ARTBA urged members of the House of Representatives to cosponsor H.R. 2101, the Prior Approval Reform Act. The bill would repeal the Federal Election Commission's pripr approval requirement from corporate member trade association political action committees.
ARTBA staff met with members of Congress and Trump Administration officials to discuss myriad federal transportation issues, including the solvency of the Highway Trust Fund. ARTBA urged members of the Senate to support the House amendment to S. 3012, the "America's Water Infrastructure Act of 2018," providing investment for the U.S. Amry Corps of Engineers' civil works projects.
ARTBA staff met with members of Congress and Trump Administration officials to discuss myriad federal transportation issues, including the solvency of the Highway Trust Fund. ARTBA urged members of the Senate to support the House amendment to S. 3012, the "America's Water Infrastructure Act of 2018," providing investment for the U.S. Amry Corps of Engineers' civil works projects.
ARTBA staff met with members of Congress and Trump Administration officials to discuss myriad federal transportation issues, including the solvency of the Highway Trust Fund. ARTBA urged members of the House of Representatives to support the House amendment to S. 3021, the "America's Water Infrastructure Act of 2018," providing investment for U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' civil works projects. ARTBA staff participated in a panel discussion on the future of the national transportation system at a FHWA senior leadership meeting.
Urged opposition to expanding the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and Army Corps of Engineers (Corps) jurisdictional authority under the Clean Water Act to include all U.S. water bodies. Expressed support for President Trump's Executive Order directing the withdrawal of the 2015 "Waters of the United States" (WOTUS) rule. ARTBA signed on to a letter to the Senate Environment and Public Works Committee supporting S. 3303, "the Wter QUality Certification Improvement Act of 2018." The legislation aims to clarify permitting obligations under the Clean Water Act.
An Act to provide for reconciliation pursuant to titles II and V of the concurrent resolution on the budget for fiscal year 2018.
ARTBA staff met with various congressional offices and Trump Administration officials to urge inclusion of a long-term Highway Trust Fund revenue solution in any tax reform or deficit reduction package or as a stand-alone measure. ARTBA also made the following recommendations with respect to H.R. 1, the "Tax Cuts and Jobs Act:" inclusion of a permanent Highway Trust Fund revenue solution, maintaining tax-exempt status for Private Activity Bonds, continuation of advanced refund of municipal bonds, allowance of five years of 100 percent expensing on business capital investments in new and used equipment, preservation of Like-Kind Exchanges for equipment purchases ineligible for full expensing, and equitable treatment for C-corporations and pass-through firms.
ARTBA urged the House and Senate to pass a Congressional Review Act joint resolution of disapproval to invalidate the prior administration's Occupational Safety and Health Administration's regulation overturning the Volks rule concerning the statute of limitations for recordkeeping violations. Urged the Department of Labor and Occupational Safety and Health Administration to extend the deadline for construction industry compliance with the new standard for exposure to crystalline silica. Urged passage of S.622/H.R. 1552, the "Fair and Open Competition Act" which would remove the requirement for mandatory project labor agreements on federal and federal-aid projects.
Sent members of Congress and Administration officials a document outlining ARTBA's priorities for regulatory reform entitled "Ripe for Reform: Federal Regulatory Issues Impacting Transportation Project Delivery" Urged passage of H.R. 33/S. 584, the "Small Business Regulatory Flexibility Improvements Act," which would require greater consideration of regulatory impacts on small businesses. Asked members of the House of Representatives to cosponsor H.R. 2101, the "Prior Approval Reform Act." The legislation would repeal prior approval requirements for trade association political action committees.
Sent members of Congress and Administration officials a document outlining ARTBA's priorities for regulatory reform entitled "Ripe for Reform: Federal Regulatory Issues Impacting Transportation Project Delivery" Met with Department of Transportation officials to discuss regulatory reform priorities. Urged the House and Senate to preserve language in Section 630 of the House Financial Services and General Government appropriations bill (one of the eight spending bills in H.R. 3354)defunding enforcement of the Federal Election Commission's "prior approval" requirement for trade association Political Action Committees. Supported H.R. 2101, the "Prior Approval Reform Act" which would repeal the Federal Election Commission's "prior approval" requirement for trade association Political Action Committees.
Urged opposition to expanding the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and Army Corps of Engineers (Corps) jurisdictional authority under the Clean Water Act to include all U.S. water bodies. Expressed support for President Trump's Executive Order directing the withdrawal of the 2015 "Waters of the United States" (WOTUS) rule. Expressed support for H.R. 3117/S.1512, the "Transparency and Honesty in Energy Regulations Act" (THERA) which would prohibit the "social cost of carbon," "social cost of methane," and :social cost of nitrous oxide" from being used in future agency rulemakings.
Sent members of Congress and Administration officials a document outlining ARTBA's priorities for regulatory reform entitled "Ripe for Reform: Federal Regulatory Issues Impacting Transportation Project Delivery" Urged passage of H.R. 33/S. 584, the "Small Business Regulatory Flexibility Improvements Act," which would require greater consideration of regulatory impacts on small businesses. Asked members of the House of Representatives to cosponsor H.R. 2101, the "Prior Approval Reform Act." The legislation would repeal prior approval requirements for trade association political action committees.
Support for reauthorization of highway and public transportation programs due in 2026 including the BUILD America 250 Act. ARTBA reiterated priorities for proper implementation of the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act, including but not limited to Buy America provisions.
Urged proper implementation of the Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) programs in alignment with recent court action.
Supported full funding of surface transportation programs in FY 2027 appropriations.
Support for Great American Outdoors Act. Support H.R. 1897, ESA Amendments Act of 2025. Commented on ESA regulatory reforms.
Supported NEPA reforms to streamline federal permitting process and enhance project delivery. Support for PERMIT Act of 2025. Support for SPEED Act of 2025. Support for Interactive Federal Review Act. Army Corps Nationwide Permits Reissuance.
Filing targets: Army, Dept of (Corps of Engineers), Council on Environmental Quality (CEQ), Education, Dept of, Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Labor, Dept of (DOL), Mine Safety & Health Administration (MSHA), Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA), Office of Management & Budget (OMB), President of the U.S., SENATE, Transportation, Dept of (DOT), Treasury, Dept of, U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service (USFWS), White House Office
Urged OSHA development of a new heat proposal that addresses varying conditions. Review of 2024 respirable crystalline silica rule. Commented to Department of Education on Workforce Pell Grants
Support for reauthorization of highway and public transportation programs due in 2026 including the BUILD America 250 Act. ARTBA reiterated priorities for proper implementation of the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act, including but not limited to Buy America provisions.
Urged proper implementation of the Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) programs in alignment with recent court action.
Met with EPA and OMB on proposed Waters of the United States rulemaking. Urged EPA to clarify section 401 water permits. Commented on beneficial reuse of coal combustion residuals in construction products
Support for Great American Outdoors Act Support H.R. 1897, ESA Amendments Act of 2025
Supported full funding of surface transportation programs in FY 2027 appropriations.
Support for Highway Trust Fund solvency measures, including S. 536 the Fair SHARE Act, which would impose a fee on electric vehicles.
Supported NEPA reforms to streamline federal permitting process and enhance project delivery. Support for PERMIT Act of 2025. Support for SPEED Act of 2025. Support for Interactive Federal Review Act. Army Corps Nationwide Permits Reissuance
Filing targets: Army, Dept of (Corps of Engineers), Council on Environmental Quality (CEQ), Education, Dept of, Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Labor, Dept of (DOL), Mine Safety & Health Administration (MSHA), Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA), Office of Management & Budget (OMB), President of the U.S., SENATE, Transportation, Dept of (DOT), Treasury, Dept of, White House Office
Support for reauthorization of highway and public transportation programs due in 2026. ARTBA reiterated priorities for proper implementation of the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act, including but not limited to Buy America provisions. Filed comments with USDOT on strategic plan and digital infrastructure strategy. Engaged with USDOT and White House on implementation of American Security Drone Act
Supported full funding of surface transportation programs in FY 2026 appropriations.
Supported NEPA reforms to streamline federal permitting process and enhance project delivery. Support for PERMIT Act of 2025. Support for SPEED Act of 2025. Support for Interactive Federal Review Act. Army Corps Nationwide Permits Reissuance
Urged proper implementation of the Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) programs in alignment with recent court action. Filed comments to EPA on status of DBE program
Support for Highway Trust Fund solvency measures, including S. 536 the Fair SHARE Act, which would impose a fee on electric vehicles.
Met with EPA and OMB on proposed Waters of the United States rulemaking. Urged EPA to clarify section 401 water permits. Commented on proposed National Ambient Air Quality Standards
Urged OSHA development of a new heat proposal that addresses varying conditions.
Filing targets: Army, Dept of (Corps of Engineers), Council on Environmental Quality (CEQ), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Labor, Dept of (DOL), Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA), Office of Management & Budget (OMB), President of the U.S., SENATE, Transportation, Dept of (DOT), Treasury, Dept of, White House Office
Met with EPA and OMB on proposed Waters of the United States rulemaking. Urged EPA to clarify section 401 water permits.
Urged proper implementation of the Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) programs in alignment with recent court action.
Support for reauthorization of highway and public transportation programs due in 2026. ARTBA reiterated priorities for proper implementation of the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act, including but not limited to Buy America provisions.
Urged OSHA develop of a new heat proposal that addresses varying conditions.
Supported NEPA reforms to streamline federal permitting process. Support for PERMIT Act of 2025. Support for SPEED Act of 2025. Support for Interactive Federal Review Act. Army Corps Nationwide Permits Reissuance
Supported full funding of surface transportation programs in FY 2026 appropriations.
Support for Highway Trust Fund solvency measures, including S. 536 the Fair SHARE Act, which would impose a fee on electric vehicles.
Filing targets: Army, Dept of (Corps of Engineers), Council on Environmental Quality (CEQ), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Labor, Dept of (DOL), Office of Management & Budget (OMB), President of the U.S., SENATE, Small Business Administration (SBA), Transportation, Dept of (DOT), Treasury, Dept of, White House Office
Met with EPA and OMB on proposed Waters of the United States rulemaking. Urged EPA to clarify section 401 water permits.
Urged proper implementation of the Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) programs in alignment with recent court action.
Support for reauthorization of highway and public transportation programs due in 2026. ARTBA reiterated priorities for proper implementation of the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act, including but not limited to Buy America provisions.
Urged OSHA develop of a new heat proposal that addresses varying conditions.
Supported NEPA reforms to streamline federal permitting process. Support for PERMIT Act of 2025. Support for SPEED Act of 2025. Support for Interactive Federal Review Act. Army Corps Nationwide Permits Reissuance
Supported completion of FY 2025 transportation appropriations legislation that fully funds surface transportation programs at levels authorized in the IIJA. Supported full funding of surface transportation programs in FY 2026 appropriations.
Support for Highway Trust Fund solvency measures, including S. 536 the Fair SHARE Act, which would impose a fee on electric vehicles.
Filing targets: Army, Dept of (Corps of Engineers), Council on Environmental Quality (CEQ), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Labor, Dept of (DOL), Office of Management & Budget (OMB), President of the U.S., SENATE, Small Business Administration (SBA), Transportation, Dept of (DOT), Treasury, Dept of, White House Office
Supported U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) new guidance on implementing Waters of the United States rule. Met with OMB to oppose FHWA's proposed greenhouse gas performance measure.
Urged proper implementation of the Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) programs. Issues of concern include the legal and regulatory limitations on the abilities of prime contractors to help grow DBE capacity as well as the disparity between the pool of certified DBE firms and those able to participate as subscontractors on federal-aid projects.
Support for reauthorization of highway and public transportation programs due in 2026. ARTBA reiterated priorities for proper implementation of the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act, including but not limited to Buy America provisions.
Supported NEPA reforms to streamline federal permitting process.
Supported U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) new guidance on implementing Waters of the United States rule. Met with OMB to oppose FHWA's proposed greenhouse gas performance measure.
Urged proper implementation of the Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) programs. Issues of concern include the legal and regulatory limitations on the abilities of prime contractors to help grow DBE capacity as well as the disparity between the pool of certified DBE firms and those able to participate as subscontractors on federal-aid projects.
Urged proper implementation of the Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) program. Issues of concern include the legal and regulatory limitations on the abilities of prime contractors to help grow DBE capacity as well as the disparity between the pool of certified DBE firms and those able to participate as subcontractors on federal-aid projects.
ARTBA supported continued funding of the IIJA in FY2025 appropriations bills.
ARTBA supported the modernization of the National Environmental Policy Act(NEPA) and opposed the rollback of recent NEPA reforms.
Support for HR 7024, The Tax Relief for American Families and Workers Act of 2024 Support for Highway Trust Fund solvency measures, including a Vehicle Miles Traveled Pilot Program and cost allocation study.
ARTBA supported continued funding of the IIJA in FY2025 appropriations bills.
ARTBA offered input to the Office of Management and Budget as it considered guidance relating to the Buy America provisions in the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA). ARTBA continued to reiterate priorities for implementation of the IIJA.
Urged proper implementation of the Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) program. Issues of concern include the legal and regulatory limitations on the abilities of prime contractors to help grow DBE capacity as well as the disparity between the pool of certified DBE firms and those able to participate as subcontractors on federal-aid projects.
Urged support for H.R. 3935, the Securing Growth and Robust Leadership in American Aviation Act and S. 1939, the FAA Reauthorization Act of 2023, including the Airport Improvement Program.
ARTBA supported continued funding of the IIJA in FY2025 appropriations bills. Urged support for HR 5779 and S 3262, the Fiscal Commission Act and Fiscal Stability Act
Opposed mandating the use of project labor agreements on direct federal projects valued at $35 million or more. Implementation of Davis Bacon regulations OSHA workplace standards, including heat safety standard, overtime and worker walkaround rules. MSHA proposed safety standard on crystalline silica.
Opposed expanding U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and Army Corps of Engineers (Corps) jurisdictional authority to include roadside ditches. Opposed FHWA efforts to establish a greenhouse gas performance measure, including supporting SJ Res. 161 and HJ Res 114 which would disapprove of the FHWA rule. Changes to NAAQs PM standards
Opposed expanding U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and Army Corps of Engineers (Corps) jurisdictional authority to include roadside ditches. Opposed FHWA efforts to establish a greenhouse gas performance measure. Changes to NAAQs PM standards
Opposed mandating the use of project labor agreements on direct federal projects valued at $35 million or more. Implementation of Davis Bacon regulations OSHA workplace standards, including heat safety standard, overtime and worker walkaround rules. MSHA proposed safety standard on crystalline silica.
Urged proper implementation of the Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) program. Issues of concern include the legal and regulatory limitations on the abilities of prime contractors to help grow DBE capacity as well as the disparity between the pool of certified DBE firms and those able to participate as subcontractors on federal-aid projects.
ARTBA supported continued funding of the IIJA in FY2024 appropriations bills. Urged Congress to pass a CR, in lieu of a government shutdown, while work on FY24 bills continues.
ARTBA offered input to the Office of Management and Budget as it considered guidance relating to the Buy America provisions in the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA). ARTBA continued to reiterate priorities for implementation of the IIJA. ARTBA discussed supply chain issues as they pertain to the delivery of transportation projects and potential legislative solutions.
ARTBA supported the modernization of the National Environmental Policy Act(NEPA) and opposed the rollback of recent NEPA reforms. ARTBA supported project delivery improvements to NEPA proposed in the Fiscal Responsiblity Act. ARTBA supported S.J. Res 23 which rescinds FWS rule to modify critical habitat process
Urged support for the Navigable Waters Protection Rule and opposed expanding U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and Army Corps of Engineers (Corps) jurisdictional authority to include roadside ditches.
Urged proper implementation of the Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) program. Issues of concern include the legal and regulatory limitations on the abilities of prime contractors to help grow DBE capacity as well as the disparity between the pool of certified DBE firms and those able to participate as subcontractors on federal-aid projects.
Urged increased support for Airport Improvement Program funds in federal aviation reauthorization legislation. Supported H.R. 3935, Securing Growth and Robust Leadership in American Aviation Act.
Urged support for the Navigable Waters Protection Rule and opposed expanding U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and Army Corps of Engineers (Corps) jurisdictional authority to include roadside ditches. Supported the Passage of H.J. Res 27, a resolution that would disapprove the revised definition of Waters of the United States in both the House and Senate. Opposed further tightening of the National Ambient Air Quality standards for particulate matter.
ARTBA met with Department of Transportation officials to discuss regulatory reform priorities.
ARTBA supported the modernization of the National Environmental Policy Act(NEPA) and opposed the rollback of recent NEPA reforms. ARTBA supported H.R. 1577, the "Building United States Infrastructure through Limited Delays and Efficient Reviews (BUILDER) Act of 2023. ARTBA Supported H.R. 1, the "Lower Energy Costs" Act.
Urged support for the Navigable Waters Protection Rule and opposed expanding U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and Army Corps of Engineers (Corps) jurisdictional authority to include roadside ditches. Opposed further tightening of the National Ambient Air Quality standards for particulate matter.
ARTBA offered input to the Office of Management and Budget as it considered guidance relating to the Buy America provisions in the IIJA. ARTBA also requested a meeting to discuss the Buy America waiver process. ARTBA continued to reiterate priorities foe implementation of the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act.
ARTBA supported the modernization of the National Environmental Policy Act(NEPA) and opposed the rollback of recent NEPA reforms. ARTBA supported discussions of permitting reform in the Senate and specifically supported the Energy Independence and Security Act of 2022 as part of a temporary fiscal year 2023 spending package.
ARTBA opposed S. 3609/H.R. 6787, the "Gas Prices Relief Act."
ARTBA met with Department of Transportation officials to discuss regulatory reform priorities.
ARTBA supported the modernization of the National Environmental Policy Act(NEPA) and opposed the rollback of recent NEPA reforms.
ARTBA opposed S. 3609/H.R. 6787, the "Gas Prices Relief Act."
ARTBA urged Congress to pass the FY 2022 Transportation, Housing and Urban Development (THUD) appropriations bill. ARTBA supported the passage of S. 3011/H.R. 5735 in the House and as part of a COVID relief package in the Senate. The legislation would provides states and localities the flexibility to use COVID relief funds for infrastructure projects.
Urged support for the Navigable Waters Protection Rule and opposed expanding U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and Army Corps of Engineers (Corps) jurisdictional authority to include roadside ditches.
ARTBA supported the modernization of the National Environmental Policy Act(NEPA) and opposed the rollback of recent NEPA reforms.
ARTBA opposed S. 3609/H.R. 6787, the "Gas Prices Relief Act."
ARTBA urged inclusion of a long-term Highway Trust Fund revenue solution in any legislation with a tax-title or as a stand-alone measure. ARTBA urged Congress to lift the $15 billion cap on Private Activity Bonds(PABs) for highway construction projects.
ARTBA urged the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) to consider several issues which would impact the transportation construction industry as they promulgate an emergency temporary standard (ETS) concerning COVID vaccinations for private employers with 100 or more employees. These issues included concerns about recordkeeping, treatment of subcontractors, impacts on the transportation construction workforce and costs associated with the ETS. ARTBA also expressed concern with Executive Order (EO) 14042, mandating vaccination for federal contractors. Specifically, ARTBA urged the inclusion of a testing option in lieu of vaccination, asked for clarity on the terms of the EO and asked that the EO be enforced consistently across all federal agencies.
ARTBA met with Department of Transportation officials to discuss regulatory reform priorities.
ARTBA supported the modernization of the National Environmental Policy Act(NEPA).
Urged support for the Navigable Waters Protection Rule and opposed expanding U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and Army Corps of Engineers (Corps) jurisdictional authority to include roadside ditches.
ARTBA urged the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) not to enact a national emergency temporary standard (ETS) for COVID-19 and instead allow industries to develop specific best practices suited to their particular situations.
Urged proper implementation of the Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) program. Issues of concern include the legal and regulatory limitations on the abilities of prime contractors to help grow DBE capacity as well as the disparity between the pool of certified DBE firms and those able to participate as subcontractors on federal-aid projects.
Urged support for the Navigable Waters Protection Rule and opposed expanding U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and Army Corps of Engineers (Corps) jurisdictional authority to include roadside ditches.
ARTBA urged inclusion of a long-term Highway Trust Fund revenue solution in any legislation with a tax-title or as a stand-alone measure. ARTBA urged Congress to lift the $15 billion cap on Private Activity Bonds(PABs) for highway construction projects.
ARTBA supported the modernization of the National Environmental Policy Act(NEPA)
ARTBA supported the Council on Environmental Quality's efforts to modernize the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA).
ARTBA opposed a decision by the Federal Communications Commission's acceptance of Ligado Networks, LLC's application to provide 5G services nationwide. ARTBA also filed a petition for reconsideration of the decision with the FCC. ARTBA urged support for provisions in H.R. 6395, "the William (Mac) Thornberry National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2021" relating to the Ligado order.
ARTBA expressed concerns regarding H.R. 3884, the "Marijuana Opportunity, Reinvestment and Expungement" (MORE) Act. Specifically, ARTBA asked Representatives to consider the impacts of marijuana legalization on worksite safety and the ability of employers to properly drug test their employees.
ARTBA opposed amendment 72 to Division C of H.R. 7608, the "State, Foreign Operations, Agriculture, Rural Development, Interior, Environment, Military Construction, and Veterans Affairs Appropriations Act of 2021." The amendment would have blocked implementation of recently executed reforms to the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA).
ARTBA supported S. 4117, the "Paycheck Protection Program Small Business Forgiveness Act." ARTBA supported a technical amendment to S. 3548, the "Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security" (CARES) Act addressing the tax treatment of Paycheck Protection Program loans allowing borrowers to deduct the same expenses that qualified them for loan forgiveness. ARTBA urged Congress to expand eligibility for businesses to participate in a second round of Paycheck Protection Program loans.
ARTBA met with Department of Transportation officials to discuss regulatory reform priorities.
ARTBA expressed support for exempting transportation construction industry workers from federal hours of service regulations to Administration officials and House and Senate staff.
ARTBA opposed a decision by the Federal Communications Commission's acceptance of Ligado Networks, LLC's application to provide 5G services nationwide. ARTBA also filed a petition for reconsideration of the decision with the FCC.
ARTBA supported the Council on Environmental Quality's efforts to modernize the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA).
ARTBA staff met with members of Congress and Trump Administration officials to discuss myriad federal transportation issues, including the solvency of the Highway Trust Fund. ARTBA met with House and Senate staff to discuss priorities for reauthorization of the surface transportation program. ARTBA urged Congress to make reauthorization of the federal surface transportation program a central part of COVID-19 recovery efforts. ARTBA, through both individual and coalition letters, supported the "America's Transportation Infrastructure Act" (ATIA) in the Senate. ARTBA signed a coalition letter urging Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) to allow floor time for the consideration of ATIA by the full senate. ARTBA urged the Trump administration to issue guidance to clarify essential infrastructure and essential businesses and services. Specifically, ARTBA encouraged the federal government to recommend exemptions for essential infrastructure that allows individuals to leave their residence to provide any services or perform any work necessary to the operations and maintenance of essential infrastructure, including, but not limited to, public works construction, airport operations, roads and highways, and public transportation
ARTBA met with Department of Transportation officials to discuss regulatory reform priorities.
ARTBA staff met with various congressional offices to urge inclusion of a long-term Highway Trust Fund revenue solution in any legislation with a tax title or as a stand-alone measure.
ARTBA staff met with members of Congress and Trump Administration officials to discuss myriad federal transportation issues, including the solvency of the Highway Trust Fund. ARTBA pledged support for the H.R. 1508 The Move America/Rebuild America Act of 2019. ARTBA met with House and Senate staff to discuss priorities for reauthorization of the surface transportation program.
ARTBA met with Department of Transportation officials to discuss regulatory reform priorities.
Urged opposition to expanding the United States Environmental Protection Agency and Army Corps of Engineers jurisdictional authority under the Clean Water Act to include all U.S. water bodies. ARTBA thanked the Senate Environment and Public Works COmmittee for advancing S. 747, the Diesel EMissions Reduction Act of 2019. The legislation provides federal financial support to states and localities for retrofitting and replacing older diesel engines.
ARTBA staff met with various congressional offices to urge inclusion of a long-term Highway Trust Fund revenue solution in any legislation with a tax title or as a stand-alone measure. ARTBA urged Congress to consider raising the federal gas tax.
ARTBA staff advocated to House and Senate offices for reauthorization of federal aviation programs, an increase in airport infrastructure investment and an increase in the Passenger Facilities Charge cap.
ARTBA urged President Trump to overturn Executive Order 13502 requiring project labor agreements on federal-aid construction projects.
ARTBA met with Department of Transportation officials to discuss regulatory reform priorities.
ARTBA expressed support for exempting transportation construction industry workers from federal hours of service regulations to Administration officials and House and Senate staff.
ARTBA staff met with various congressional offices to urge inclusion of a long-term Highway Trust Fund revenue solution in any legislation with a tax title or as a stand-alone measure. ARTBA urged Congress to consider raising the federal gas tax. ARTBA urged Congress to lift the $15 billion cap on Private Activity Bonds (PABs) for highway construction projects. ARTBA urged congressional leaders to support a repeal of the 12% federal excise tax on the purchase of heavy duty trucks and trailers.
ARTBA sent two letters to the Pipeline & Hazardous Materials Safety Administration concerning energy companies (specifically CenturyLink and Consumer Energy) delaying and not answering "locate ticket" meetings with excavation contractors, causing delays to transportation improvement projects.
ARTBA staff advocated to House and Senate offices for reauthorization of federal aviation programs, an increase in airport infrastructure investment and an increase in the Passenger Facilities Charge cap.
ARTBA urged appropriators to provide the full amount for federal transportation programs authorized in the Fixing America's Surface Transportation Act plus additional supplemental infrastructure investments pursuant to the 2017 two-year budget deal. ARTBA urged Congress to repeal the recission of $7.6 billion in Federal highway contract authority scheduled for July of 2020 as part of any budget agreement. ARTBA supported language in Section 192 of the House Transuportation, Housing and Urban Development (THUD) Appropriations bill for FY2020 preventing the Admiistration from re-allocating funds dedicated to the California high-speed rail program. ARTBA opposed amendments 229 and 237 to the House THUD Appropriations bill. Amendment 229 would repeal a clarification of current law that any loan repaid with non-federal dollars under the Transportation Infrastructure Finance and Innovation (TIFIA) program count towards the local share of a project's cost. Amendment 237 would amount to a $1.2 billion cut to federal transit funding for FY 2020.
ARTBA staff advocated to House and Senate offices for reauthorization of federal aviation programs, an increase in airport infrastructure investment and an increase in the Passenger Facilities Charge cap. ARTBA staff worked with House and Senate offices to ensure any effort to expand the Transportation Infrastructure Finance and Innovation Act to airports as part of the Aviation Program Reauthorization was funded using revenue already ensured to other modes of transportation.
ARTBA staff met with members of Congress and Trump Administration officials to discuss myriad federal transportation issues, including the solvency of the Highway Trust Fund. ARTBA pledged support for the H.R. 1508 The Move America/Rebuild America Act of 2019. ARTBA met with House and Senate staff to discuss priorities for reauthorization of the surface transportation program.
Urged proper implementation of the Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) program. Discussed several larger DBE program issues, including the legal and regulatory limitations on prime contractors abilities to help grow DBE capacity as well as the disparity between the pool of certified DBE firms and those actually able to participate as subcontractors on federal-aid highway projects.
ARTBA met with Department of Transportation officials to discuss regulatory reform priorities.
ARTBA staff met with members of Congress and Trump Administration officials to discuss myriad federal transportation issues, including the solvency of the Highway Trust Fund. ARTBA urged members of the Senate to support the House amendment to S. 3012, the "America's Water Infrastructure Act of 2018," providing investment for the U.S. Amry Corps of Engineers' civil works projects.
ARTBA staff met with members of Congress and Trump Administration officials to discuss myriad federal transportation issues, including the solvency of the Highway Trust Fund. ARTBA urged members of the Senate to support the House amendment to S. 3012, the "America's Water Infrastructure Act of 2018," providing investment for the U.S. Amry Corps of Engineers' civil works projects.
Urged proper implementation of the Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) program. Discussed several larger DBE program issues, including the legal and regulatory limitations on prime contractors abilities to help grow DBE capacity as well as the disparity between the pool of certified DBE firms and those actually able to participate as subcontractors on federal-aid highway projects.
ARTBA staff met with various congressional offices to urge inclusion of a long-term Highway Trust Fund revenue solution in any legislation with a tax title or as a stand-alone measure.
Urged proper implementation of the Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) program. Discussed several larger DBE program issues, including the legal and regulatory limitations on prime contractors abilities to help grow DBE capacity as well as the disparity between the pool of certified DBE firms and those actually able to participate as subcontractors on federal-aid highway projects.
ARTBA met with Department of Transportation officials to discuss regulatory reform priorities. ARTBA urged members of the House of Representatives and the Senate preserve the language of section 630 of the House Financial Services and General Government apprpriations bill defunding the Federal Election Commission's enforcement of the prior approval requirement for corporate member trade association political action committees.
Urged proper implementation of the Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) program. Discussed several larger DBE program issues, including the legal and regulatory limitations on prime contractors abilities to help grow DBE capacity as well as the disparity between the pool of certified DBE firms and those actually able to participate as subcontractors on federal-aid highway projects.
ARTBA urged appropriators to provide the full amount for federal transportation programs authorized in the Fixing America's Surface Transportation Act. ARTBA urged appropriators to fully fund the United States Army Corps of Engineers navigation program.
ARTBA staff advocated to House and Senate offices for reauthorization of federal aviation programs, an increase in airport infrastructure investment, and an increase in the Passenger Facilities Charge.
Urged the Department of Labor and Occupational Safety and Health Administration to extend the deadline for construction industry compliance with the new standard for exposure to crystalline silica. Urged the President to rescind Executive Order 13502 and replace it with Executive orders 13202 and 13208. This would prevent project labor agreements from being required on federal or federally assisted construction contracts.
ARTBA urged appropriators to provide the full amount for federal transportation programs authorized in the Fixing America's Surface Transportation Act. ARTBA urged appropriators to fully fund the United States Army Corps of Engineers navigation program.
ARTBA staff met with various congressional offices and Trump Administration officials to urge inclusion of a long-term Highway Trust Fund revenue solution in any tax reform or deficit reduction package or as a stand-alone measure. ARTBA also made the following recommendations with respect to H.R. 1, the "Tax Cuts and Jobs Act:" inclusion of a permanent Highway Trust Fund revenue solution, maintaining tax-exempt status for Private Activity Bonds, continuation of advanced refund of municipal bonds, allowance of five years of 100 percent expensing on business capital investments in new and used equipment, preservation of Like-Kind Exchanges for equipment purchases ineligible for full expensing, and equitable treatment for C-corporations and pass-through firms.
Urged the Department of Labor and Occupational Safety and Health Administration to extend the deadline for construction industry compliance with the new standard for exposure to crystalline silica.
ARTBA staff advocated to House and Senate offices for reauthorization of federal aviation programs, an increase in airport infrastructure investment, and an increase in the Passenger Facilities Charge.
ARTBA staff met with members of Congress to discuss myriad federal transportation issues, including the solvency of the Highway Trust Fund. ARTBA objected to the inclusion of a greenhouse gas tracking requirement in a MAP-21 performance measure aimed at freight movement and the congestion mitigation air quality program.
ARTBA staff met with various congressional offices to urge inclusion of a long-term Highway Trust Fund revenue solution in any tax reform or deficit reduction package or as a stand-alone measure.
Urged the Department of Labor and Occupational Safety and Health Administration to extend the deadline for construction industry compliance with the new standard for exposure to crystalline silica.
ARTBA staff advocated to House and Senate offices for reauthorization of federal aviation programs, an increase in airport infrastructure investment, and an increase in the Passenger Facilities Charge.
ARTBA urged the senate to pass the Regulatory Accountability Act of 2017. Sent members of Congress and Administration officials a document outlining ARTBA's priorities for regulatory reform entitled "Ripe for Reform: Federal Regulatory Issues Impacting Transportation Project Delivery"
ARTBA staff met with members of Congress to discuss myriad federal transportation issues, including the solvency of the Highway Trust Fund. ARTBA urged members of the House and Senate to fully fund the United States Army Corps of Engineers navigation program for FY 2017. ARTBA urged the House of Representatives and Senate to pass a FY2017 Energy and Water Development, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act to fund the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers navigation program. ARTBA objected to the inclusion of a greenhouse gas tracking requirement in a MAP-21 performance measure aimed at freight movement and the congestion mitigation air quality program.
ARTBA staff have met with congressional offices to urge inclusion of a long-term Highway Trust Fund revenue solution in any tax reform or deficit reduction package or a stand-alone measure. ARTBA urged Congress to address a shortfall to the Highway Trust Fund as a part of any comprehensive tax reform package. ARTBA supported the passage of S. 3436/H.R. 6100, the Protect Family Farms & Businesses Act. The measure would force the withdrawal of an Internal Revenue Service (IRS) proposal that would restrict small businesses from discounting shareholder stock for estate tax purposes for interests including lack of control or lack of marketability.
Urged opposition to expanding the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and Army Corps of Engineers (Corps) jurisdictional authority under the Clean Water Act to include all U.S. water bodies. Urged Congressional opposition to the United States Environmental Protection Agency's proposal to tighten federal ozone standards under the Clean Air Act.
ARTBA staff and members met with senior officials at the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) to discuss implementation of the Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) program. The group discussed several larger DBE program issues including the legal and regulatory limitations on prime contractors' abilities to help grow DBE capacity as well as the disparity between the pool of certified DBE firms and those actually able to participate as subcontractors on federal-aid highway projects. ARTBA staff and members also met with DOT officials to discuss DOT's recently proposed pilot program regarding geographic-based hiring on federal transportation construction projects. Urged opposition of Amendment 3485, attempting to expand the DBE program to include projects supported by Passenger Facility Charge (PFC) revenue in H.R. 636, the Federal Aviation Administration Reauthorization Act of 2016
ARTBA staff continued meeting with members of Congress to discuss myriad federal transportation issues, including the solvency of the Highway Trust Fund. ARTBA urged members of the House and Senate to fully fund the United States Army Corps of Engineers navigation program for FY 2017. ARTBA supported passage of H.R. 636, the Federal Aviation Administration Reauthorization Act of 2016. ARTBA supported amendment 3562 to H.R. 636 creating an infrastructure financing authority. ARTBA urged Congress to increase the Private Activity Bond volume cap. ARTBA urged the Senate to pass S. 2848, the "Water Resources Development Act of 2016."
ARTBA staff have met with congressional offices to urge inclusion of a long-term Highway Trust Fund revenue solution in any tax reform or deficit reduction package or a stand-alone measure. ARTBA opposed H.Con.Res. 112, disapproving of a $10.25 per barrel oil tax.
ARTBA staff advocated to House and Senate offices for reauthorization of federal aviation programs, an increase in airport infrastructure investment, and an increase in the Passenger Facility Charge.
ARTBA staff and members met with senior officials at the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) to discuss implementation of the Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) program. The group discussed several larger DBE program issues including the legal and regulatory limitations on prime contractors' abilities to help grow DBE capacity as well as the disparity between the pool of certified DBE firms and those actually able to participate as subcontractors on federal-aid highway projects. ARTBA staff and members also met with DOT officials to discuss DOT's recently proposed pilot program regarding geographic-based hiring on federal transportation construction projects. Urged opposition of Amendment 3485, attempting to expand the DBE program to include projects supported by Passenger Facility Charge (PFC) revenue in H.R. 636, the Federal Aviation Administration Reauthorization Act of 2016
ARTBA staff have met with congressional offices to urge inclusion of a long-term Highway Trust Fund revenue solution in any tax reform or deficit reduction package or a stand-alone measure.
Urged opposition to expanding the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and Army Corps of Engineers (Corps) jurisdictional authority under the Clean Water Act to include all U.S. water bodies. Urged Congressional opposition to the United States Environmental Protection Agency's proposal to tighten federal ozone standards under the Clean Air Act.
ARTBA staff and members met with senior officials at the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) to discuss implementation of the Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) program. The group discussed several larger DBE program issues including the legal and regulatory limitations on prime contractors' abilities to help grow DBE capacity as well as the disparity between the pool of certified DBE firms and those actually able to participate as subcontractors on federal-aid highway projects. ARTBA staff and members also met with DOT officials to discuss DOT's recently proposed pilot program regarding geographic-based hiring on federal transportation construction projects. Urged members of the Senate in a March 15 letter to oppose any amendments to expand the DBE program to include projects supported by Passenger Facility Charge (PFC) revenue in S. 2658, the Federal Aviation Administration Reauthorization Act of 2016
ARTBA staff continued meeting with members of Congress to discuss myriad federal transportation issues, including the reauthorization of the Moving Ahead for Progress in the 21st Century Act within the term of the current Congress and the solvency of the Highway Trust Fund. ARTBA actively supported passage of H.R. 22, the "Developing a Reliable and Innovative Vision for the Economy" Act in the Senate and the "Surface Transportation Reauthorization and Reform Act" in the House of Representatives. Urged its passage in both chambers of the resulting "Fixing America's Surface Transportation" Act. ARTBA urged members of the House and Senate to fully fund the Water Resources Reform and Development Act of 2014.
ARTBA staff advocated to House and Senate offices for reauthorization of federal aviation programs, an increase in airport infrastructure investment, and an increase in the Passenger Facility Charge.
ARTBA supported H.R. 702, legislation aimed at ending obsolete restrictions on crude oil exports.
ARTBA staff continued meeting with members of Congress to discuss Myriad federal transportation issues, including the reauthorization of the Moving Ahead for Progress in the 21st Century Act within the term of the current Congress and the solvency of the Highway Trust Fund. ARTBA actively supported passage of H.R. 22, the "Developing a Reliable and Innovative Vision for the Economy" Act in the Senate and urged the House of Representatives to pass similar legislation. ARTBA urged members of the House and Senate to fully fund the Water Resources Reform and Development Act of 2014. ARTBA offered support for reforms to federal Hours of Service (HOS) regulations in S. 1732, the Comprehensive Transportation and Consumer Protection Act of 2015.
Urged United States Environmental Protection Agency officials not to regulate coal ash as a "hazardous" waste, which could make concrete more costly and less durable, thus increasing costs and the environmental impact of vital transportation improvement projects.
ARTBA staff continued meeting with members of Congress to discuss Myriad federal transportation issues, including the reauthorization of the Moving Ahead for Progress in the 21st Century Act within the term of the current Congress and the solvency of the Highway Trust Fund ARTBA urged members of the House and Senate to fully fund the Water Resources Reform and Development Act of 2014.
ARTBA staff advocated to House and Senate offices for reauthorization of federal aviation programs, an increase in airport infrastructure investment, and an increase in the Passenger Facility Charge.
Urged opposition to expanding the United States Environmental Protection Agency and Army Corps of Engineers jurisdictional authority under the Clean Water Act.
ARTBA staff have met with congressional offices to urge inclusion of a long-term Highway Trust Fund revenue solution in any tax reform or deficit reduction package or a stand-alone measure.
Urged opposition to expanding the EPA and Army Corps of Engineers jurisidional authority under the Clean Water Act. Urged passage of language in H.R. 4293 and H.R. 5171 placing a hold on efforts of the agencies to move forward with regulations expanding Clean Water Act jurisdiction.
Urged members of the House and Senate to reinstate 50 percent bonus depreciation and increase Section 179 expensing for capital expenditures as part of an overall tax reform package.
Urged appropriators to provide the full amount for federal transportation programs authorized in the Moving Ahead for Progress in the 21st Century Act.
Urged appropriators to provide the full amount for federal transportation programs authorized in the Moving Ahead for Progress in the 21st Century Act.
Urged opposition to expanding the EPA and Army Corps of Engineers jurisidional authority under the Clean Water Act. Urged passage of H.R. 5078, the "Waters of the United States Regulatory Overreach Protection Act" in the House of Representatives and Senate action on the same.
ARTBA staff have met with congressional offices to urge inclusion of a long-term Highway Trust Fund revenue solution in any tax reform or deficit reduction package or a stand-alone measure in 2014.
Urged appropriators to provide the full amount for federal transportation programs authorized in the Moving Ahead for Progress in the 21st Century Act.
Urged Congress to reauthroize the Carl. D. Perkins Career and Technical Education Act which funds carrreer and technical education progreams.
Urged opposition to expanding the EPA and Army Corps of Engineers jurisidional authority under the Clean Water Act.
Urged appropriators to provide the full amount for federal transportation programs authorized in the Moving Ahead for Progress in the 21st Century Act.
ARTBA urged support for reauthorization of the Water Resources Development Act.
ARTBA staff have met with congressional offices to urge inclusion of a long-term Highway Trust Fund revenue solution in any tax reform or deficit reduction package in 2014.
Transportation Project Capitol Funding, Tax Treatment of Motor Fuels, Mobile Machinery, Environmental Review/Transportation Projects, Contractor Liability Issues, 3% Withholding, Transportation Approriations and Budget Issues, Reauthorization of the Surface Transportation Bill, Highway Trust Fund Solvency, Transportation Project Delivery, Transportation Funding
Transportation Project Capitol Funding, Tax Treatment of Motor Fuels, Mobile Machinery, Environmental Review/Transportation Projects, Contractor Liability Issues, 3% Withholding, Transportation Approriations and Budget Issues, Reauthorization of the Surface Transportation Bill, Highway Trust Fund Solvency, Transportation Project Delivery, Transportation Funding
ARTBA wrote all senators May 13 emphasizing the importance of an efficient and dependable employment verification system for U.S. employers and expanding temporary visas for all classes of future foreign workers. ARTBA urged senators to modify S. 744, legislation to reform the nation's immigration system, to ensure the construction industry would be allowed to fully participate in a proposed new guest worker program--the bill currently singles out the industry for minimal participation in this program.
ARTBA staff have met with congressional offices to urge inclusion of a long-term Highway Trust Fund revenue solution in any tax reform or deficit reduction package in 2013.
Urged opposition to expanding the EPA and Army Corps of Engineers jurisidional authority under the Clean Water Act.
ARTBA urged support for S. 601, the Water Resources Development Act of 2013 and H.R. 3080, the Water Resources Reform and Development Act of 2013.
ARTBA staff have met with congressional offices to urge inclusion of a long-term Highway Trust Fund revenue solution in any tax reform or deficit reduction package in 2013.
Urged members of Congress to clarify the definition of "asbestos" in proposed legislation seeking to ban all asbestos materials.
Urged opposition to expanding the EPA and Army Corps of Engineers jurisidional authority under the Clean Water Act.
ARTBA and industry colleagues expressed support for H.R. 2542, the Regulatory Flexibility Improvements Act of 2013 in a July 30th letter to all House members.
ARTBA wrote all senators May 13 emphasizing the importance of an efficient and dependable employment verification system for U.S. employers and expanding temporary visas for all classes of future foreign workers. ARTBA urged senators to modify S. 744, legislation to reform the nation's immigration system, to ensure the construction industry would be allowed to fully participate in a proposed new guest worker program--the bill currently singles out the industry for minimal participation in this program.
Urged appropriators to provide the full amount for federal transportation programs authorized in the Moving Ahead for Progress in the 21st Century Act.
Urged opposition to expanding the EPA and Army Corps of Engineers' Clean Water Act authority to regulate U.S. wetlands. Supported S. 2245, the "Preserve the Waters of the United States Act," and similarly named H.R. 4965 in the House. Wrote, as part of the Waters Advocacy Coalition to the U.S. EPA & Army Corps of Engineers Feb. 12 urging the agencies to refrain from enacting guidance which could extend federal wetlands jurisdiction to cover roadside ditches.
Urged appropriators to provide the full amount for federal transportation programs authorized in the Moving Ahead for Progress in the 21st Century Act.
Urged members of Congress to clarify the definition of "asbestos" in proposed legislation seeking to ban all asbestos materials.
Urged opposition to expanding the EPA and Army Corps of Engineers' Clean Water Act authority to regulate U.S. wetlands. Supported S. 2245, the "Preserve the Waters of the United States Act," and similarly named H.R. 4965 in the House.
Urged appropriators to provide the full amount for federal transportation programs authorized in the Moving Ahead for Progress in the 21st Century Act.
ARTBA, along with 16 other trade associations, urged President Obama and U.S. Secretary of State Hillary Clinton December 13 to approve the permit application for the construction of a new international trade crossing between Detroit, Mich., and Windsor, Ontario.
Urged opposition to expanding the EPA and Army Corps of Engineers' Clean Water Act authority to regulate U.S. wetlands. Supported S. 2245, the "Preserve the Waters of the United States Act," and similarly named H.R. 4965 in the House.
Urged members of Congress to clarify the definition of "asbestos" in proposed legislation seeking to ban all asbestos materials.
Supported continued implementation of H.R. 1, the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA) of 2009. Promoted job-creating benefits of infrastructure investments. Provided Congressional offices and members of the Administration with updates on ARRA project progress.
Urged opposition to expanding the EPA and Army Corps of Engineers' Clean Water Act authority to regulate U.S. wetlands. Supported S. 2245, the "Preserve the Waters of the United States Act," and similarly named H.R. 4965 in the House.
Opposed cuts to transportation programs in the FY 2013 Appropriations process, including in H.R. 5972, the Transportation, Housing and Urban Development and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2013, which continues investment at levels below what Congress provided in FY 2009. Opposed similar cuts in Senate Appropriations process. Continuing the FY 2012 investment levels of $39.1 billion annually result in a cut of $2 billion below FY 2009 levels. Supported Senate transit levels over House cuts. Opposed efforts in Continuing Resolution to set transportation appropriations levels below what was authorized in MAP-21, enacted July 6.
Urged opposition to expanding the EPA and Army Corps of Engineers' Clean Water Act authority to regulate U.S. wetlands. Met with Small Business Administration staff on this issue. Supported S. 2245, the "Preserve the Waters of the United States Act," and similarly named H.R. 4965 in the House.
Supported Federal Transit Administration proposal aimed at shortening the review and approval process for public transportation capital projects by, among other things, creating 10 new classes of categorical exclusions during the environmental review process.
Opposed efforts to implement FY 2013 House Budget Resolution which assumes a 36 percent cut in federal transportation investment.
Supported H.R. 4281, a 90-day extension of the surface transportation programs through June 30 to avoid a shutdown of the federal surface transportation program and to provide Congress additional time to continue work on a multi-year surface transportation reauthorization.
Supported the "Highway Investment, Job Creation and Economic Growth Act of 2012" to extend the Highway Trust Fund's expenditure and tax authority. Supported Enzi Amendment #1 to the Senate Finance Committee Markup of the "Highway Investment, Job Creation and Economic Growth Act of 2012" to adjust federal motor fuel tax rates to reflect future inflation.
Supported H.R. 658 and S. 223, legislation to reauthorize the federal aviation programs. Lobbied for increased airport infrastructure investment through raising the passenger facility charge and increased funding for the Airport Improvement Program. Supported temporary extensions of the federal aviation programs while also advocating for a multi-year reauthorization.
Provided specific recommendations to members of Congress and the executive branch for the reauthorization of the federal highway and public transportation programs. Specifically supported moving forward in Senate with S. 1813, the Moving Ahead for Progress in the 21st Century Act (no legislation introduced in House). Recommendations include increasing investment, creating a new federal freight program and reforming the environmental review and approval process for transportation projects.
Supported efforts to repeal a requirement that all levels of government withhold three percent of payments to contractors for goods and services. Urged House Ways and Means Committee and Senate Finance Committee to generate new revenues for the Highway Trust Fund and for the Airport and Airway Trust Fund, development of new freight based user fees, and eventual transition to a vehicle miles traveled user fee system to finance federal aid transportation infrastructure investments
Urged members of Congress to clarify the definition of "asbestos" in proposed legislation seeking to ban all asbestos materials.
Supported H.R. 658 and S. 223, legislation to reauthorize the federal aviation programs. Lobbied for increased airport infrastructure investment through raising the passenger facility charge and increased funding for the Airport Improvement Program. Supported temporary extensions of the federal aviation programs while also advocating for a multi-year reauthorization.
Opposed cuts to transportation programs in the FY 2012 Appropriations process.
Provided specific recommendations to members of Congress and the executive branch for the reauthorization of the federal highway and public transportation programs (no legislation introduced). Recommendations include increasing investment, creating a new federal freight program and reforming the environmental review and approval process for transportation projects.
Urged opposition to expanding the Army Corps of Engineers' Clean Water Act authority to regulate U.S. wetlands.
Provided specific recommendations to members of Congress and the executive branch for the reauthorization of the federal highway and public transportation programs (no legislation introduced). Recommendations include increasing investment, creating a new federal freight program and reforming the environmental review and approval process for transportation projects. Supported H.R. 663, an emergency extension of current surface transportation law. Testified before House Highways and Transit Subcommittee.
S. 787 The Clean Water Restoration Act, H.R. 5088, the America's Committment to Clean Water Act. Urged opposition to expanding the Army Corps of Engineers authority to regulate U.S. wetlands. Provided recommendations to Congress to ensure global climate change proposals protect transportation projects.
Supported continued implementation of H.R. 1, the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA) of 2009. Urged Secretary of Transportation to exercise his discretion under the bill to allocate funds to the Transportation Infrastructure Finance and Innovation Act credit program. Promoted job-creating benefits of infrastructure investments. Testified before House Transportation and Infrastructure on success of ARRA transportation investments and need for multi-year surface transportation reauthorization.
H.R. 3285. Urged members of Congress to clarify the definition of "asbestos" in proposed legislation seeking to ban all asbestos materials.
Urged U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) officials not to regulate coal ash as a "hazardous" waste, which could make concrete more costly and less durable, thus increasing costs and the environmental impact of vital transportation improvement projects.
Provided specific recommendations to members of Congress and the executive branch for the reauthorization of the federal highway and public transportation programs (Surface Transportation Authorization Act of 2009). Recommendations include increasing investment in both modes, creating a new federal freight program and reforming the environmental review and approval process for transportation projects. Supported efforts to pass emergency extensions of current surface transportation law. Appeared on U.S. DOT Listening Session Panel on Reauthorization. Supported call by President Obama to pass a multi-year surface transportation bill as soon as possible. Testified before House Committees on Small Business and Transportation and Infrastructure advocating need for reauthorization.
Supported H.R. 915 and S. 1451, legislation to reauthorize the federal aviation programs. Lobbied for increased airport infrastructure investment through raising the passenger facility charge and increased funding for the Airport Improvement Program. Supported temporary extensions, including H.R. 5611, of the federal aviation programs while also advocating for a multi-year reauthorization, preferably a four-year proposal approved by the House.
Met with Senate staff to discuss linked fee revenue element of Kerry-Lieberman climate change proposal, the American Power Act. Advocated for any transportation-related fees resulting from climate change legislation to be deposited in the Highway Trust Fund to support more infrastructure investments with public health and environmental benefits.
Provided specific recommendations to members of Congress and the executive branch for the reauthorization of the federal highway and public transportation programs (Surface Transportation Authorization Act of 2009). Recommendations include increasing investment in both modes, creating a new federal freight program and reforming the environmental review and approval process for transportation projects. Supported efforts to pass emergency extensions of current surface transportation law. Supported efforts to pass emergency extensions of current surface transportation law (H.R. 3617), Testified before House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee. Supported efforts, included in extension proposal of the federal surface transportation programs, to repeal the $8.7 billion rescission of highway contract authority required by SAFETEA-LU. Opposed proposals that would've allowed the Highway Trust Fund's "budget firewalls" to lapse for a six-month period. Testified before Senate Environment and Public Works Committee on the positive effect of transportation infrastructure investment on long-term economic growth.
Met with Congressional staff to discuss provisions of the American Clean Energy and Security Act of 2009 (originally H.R. 2454, later H.R. 2998) and S.1733, the Clean Energy Jobs and American Power Act. Provided recommendations to Congress to ensure global climate change proposals protect transportation investments.
Supported H.R. 2847, the Jobs for Main Street Act, that would supplement FY 2010 core transportation program investments in all surface modes and a number of provisions that woulds strengthen the Highway Trust Fund in the short- and long-term. Also supported efforts to include a repeal of a pending 3% tax withholding requirement on goverment contracts at all levels.
Supported S. 1474, the Transportation Preservation Act, to infuse $26.8 billion into the Highway Trust Fund from lost interest payments to the fund since 1998 and past highway-related emergency repair expenditures from natural disasters.
S. 742 and H.R. 3285. Urged members of Congress to clarify the definition of "asbestos" in proposed legislation seeking to ban all asbestos materials.
Supported the FY2010 Transportation Appropriations Bill, H.R. 3288. Supported efforts in the House and Senate Appropriations Committees to increase investment in the federal highway and transit programs and to establish funding for a new national freight transportation program.
S. 787 The Clean Water Restoration Act (no House legislation introduced). Urged opposition to expanding the Army Corps of Engineers authority to regulate U.S. wetlands. Provided recommendations to Congress to ensure global climate change proposals protect transportation projects.
Advocated for an increase in the federal motor fuels user fee (no legislation introduced)and development of new freight based user fees as part of an eventual transition to a vehicle miles traveled user fee system to finance federal aid transportation infrastructure investments.
Supported the FY2010 Transportation Appropriations Bill (no bill number as of yet). Supported efforts in the House and Senate Appropriations Committees to increase investment in the federal highway and transit programs and to establish funding for a new national freight transportation program.
S. 742 and H.R. 3285. Urged members of Congress to clarify the definition of "asbestos" in proposed legislation seeking to ban all asbestos materials.
Supported H. Con Res. 85 and S. Con Res. 13, the House and Senate FY2010 Budget Resolutions particularly provisions allowing for increased investment in the surface transportation programs. Opposed the Administration's FY2010 budget proposal which would eliminate the unique budgetary treatment of the federal highway, transit and aviation programs, which reflects these investments are financed by dedicated transportation user fees.
H.R. 2881 and S. 1300, legislation to reauthorize the federal aviation programs. Lobbied for increased airport infrastructure investment through raising the passenger facility charge and increased funding for the Airport Improvement Program. Supported S. 2345, the American Infrastructure Investment and Improvement Act of 2007.
S. 742 and H.R. 3285. Urged members of Congress to clarify the definition of "asbestos" in proposed legislation seeking to ban all asbestos materials.
H.R. 2421, S. 1870 The Clean Water Authority Restoration Act of 2007. Urged opposition to expanding the Army Corps of Engineers authority to regulate U.S. wetlands. Provided recommendations to Congress to ensure global climate change proposals protect transportation projects. Submitted testimony to Senate Environment and Public Works Committee.
H.R. 2421, S. 1870 The Clean Water Authority Restoration Act of 2007. Urged opposition to expanding the Army Corps of Engineers authority to regulate U.S. wetlands. Provided recommendations to Congress to ensure global climate change proposals protect transportation projects. Submitted testimony to Senate Environment and Public Works Committee.
Opposed various gas tax holiday proposals. (H.R. 5995 the Gas Tax Relief and Earmark Moratorium Act of 2008; S.A. 4558 to H.R. 1195, the SAFETEA-LU Technical Corrections Bill; S. 2896, The Diesel Tax Parity Act of 2008)
H.R. 2881 and S. 1300, legislation to reauthorize the federal aviation programs. Lobbied for increased airport infrastructure investment through raising the passenger facility charge and increased funding for the Airport Improvement Program. Supported H.R. 6327 and H.R. 3540, FAA extension bills, particularly proposals to include a fix for the Highway Trust Fund shortfall. Supported H.R. 6984, FAA extension bill extending taxing and spending authority of the Airport Improvment Program.
Provided specific recommendations to members of Congress and the executive branch for the reauthorization of the federal highway and public transportation programs in 2009 (no legislation introduced). Recommendations include increasing investment in both modes, creating a new federal freight program and reforming the environmental review and approval process for transportation projects. Testified before Senate Environment and Public Works Committee on proposal for a new federal freight program.
Supported H.R. 1195 , The SAFETEA-LU Technical Corrections Bill to make technical corrections and ensure transportation research investments promised in the 2005 SAFETEA-LU surface transportation law are enacted. Opposed amendment relating to a gas tax holiday.
S.2345, the American Infrastructure Investment and Improvement Act of 2007. Urged members of Congress to support legislation to ensure the financial solvency of the Highway Trust Fund's Highway Account through FY 2009. Testified before Senate Appropriations Committee urging support for bill.
H. Con. Res 312, S. Con Res. 70. Urged Congress to fully-fund the federal highway and transit programs and increase aviation investment. Testified before Senate Appropriations Committee on need to preserve Highway Trust Fund solvency and support S. 2345.
Supported H.R. 1023 and S. 777 to repeal a new requirement that all levels of government withhold three percent of payments to contractors for goods and services. Urged House Ways and Means Committee and Senate Finance Committee to generate new revenues for the Airport and Airway Trust Fund to support aviation investment levels proposed in H.R. 2881 and S. 1300. Supported H.R. 5719, the Taxpayer Assistance and Simplification Act of 2008 to delay the implementation of a 3% withholding provision.
Provided specific recommendations to members of Congress and the executive branch for the reauthorization of the federal highway and public transportation programs in 2009 (no legislation introduced). Recommendations include increasing investment in both modes, creating a new federal freight program and reforming the environmental review and approval process for transportation projects. Testified before Senate Environment and Public Works Committee on proposal for a new federal freight program.
H.R. 2881 and S. 1300, legislation to reauthorize the federal aviation programs. Lobbied for increased airport infrastructure investment through raising the passenger facility charge and increased funding for the Airport Improvement Program. Supported H.R. 6327 and H.R. 3540, FAA extension bills, particularly proposals to include a fix for the Highway Trust Fund shortfall.
H.R. 2421, S. 1870 The Clean Water Authority Restoration Act of 2007. Urged opposition to expanding the Army Corps of Engineers authority to regulate U.S. wetlands. Provided recommendations to Congress to ensure global climate change proposals protect transportation projects.
Provided specific recommendations to members of Congress and the executive branch for the reauthorization of the federal highway and public transportation programs in 2009 (no legislation introduced). Recommendations include increasing investment in both modes, creating a new federal freight program and reforming the environmental review and approval process for transportation projects.
H.R. 2421, S. 1870 The Clean Water Authority Restoration Act of 2007. Urged opposition to expanding the Army Corps of Engineers authority to regulate U.S. wetlands. Provided recommendations to Congress to ensure global climate change proposals protect transportation projects.
Provided specific recommendations to members of Congress and the executive branch for the reauthorization of the federal highway and public transportation programs in 2009 (no legislation introduced). Recommendations include increasing investment in both modes, creating a new federal freight program and reforming the environmental review and approval process for transportation projects.
Provided specific recommendations to members of Congress and the executive branch for the reauthorization of the federal highway and public transportation programs in 2009 (no legislation introduced). Recommendations include increasing investment in both modes, creating a new federal freight program and reforming the environmental review and approval process for transportation projects.
Supported H.R. 1023 and S. 777 to repeal a new requirement that all levels of government withhold three percent of payments to contractors for goods and services. Urged House Ways and Means Committee and Senate Finance Committee to generate new revenues for the Airport and Airway Trust Fund to support aviation investment levels proposed in H.R. 2881 and S. 1300. Supported H.R. 5719, the Taxpayer Assistance and Simplification Act of 2008 to delay the implementation of a 3% withholding provision.
Transportation Project Capital Funding Tax Treatment of Motor Fuels Mobile Machinery Environmental Review/Transportation Projects Contractor Liability Issues 3% Withholding FY'09 Transportation Approps. SAFETEA-LU Reauthorization Highway Trust Fund Solvency FY'09 Budget Resolution Clean Water Act Economic Stimulus Package
Transportation Project Capital Funding Tax Treatment of Motor Fuels Mobile Machinery Environmental Review/Transportation Projects Contractor Liability Issues 3% Withholding FY'09 Transportation Approps. SAFETEA-LU Reauthorization Highway Trust Fund Solvency FY'09 Budget Resolution Clean Water Act Economic Stimulus Package
H.R. 2881 and S. 1300, legislation to reauthorize the federal aviation programs. Lobbied for increased airport infrastructure investment through raiing the passenger facility charge and increased funding for the Airport Improvement Program.
* H.R. 3074 (Transportation, Treasury, Housing and Urban Development Appropriations Act for FY 2008). Urged Congress to fully-fund the federal highway and transit programs and increase aviation investment. House Report 110-497(Consolidated Appropriations Act for FY 2008). Urged Congress to fully-fund the federal highway and transit programs and increase aviation investment. House Report 110-497(Consolidated Appropriations Act for FY 2008). Urged Congress to fully-fund the federal highway and transit programs and increase aviation investment.
Urged Congress and the Administration to ensure the solvency of the Highway Trust Fund (no legislation introduced). Supported passage of H.R. 1495, the Water Resources Development Act. Lobbied for increased airport infrastructure investment in the reauthorizatin of the federal aviation programs, S. 1300 and H.R. 2881. Supported S.775 to creat a national infrastructure commission.
H.R. 2881 and S. 1300, legislation to reauthorize the federal aviation programs. Lobbied for increased airport infrastructure investment through raising the passenger facility charge and increased funding for the Airport Improvement Program.
-Workforce Development -Hours of Service Rules -Small Business Health Plans
-SAFETEA-LU Implementation -Rail Infrastructure -Water Resources Development Act
-Federal Motor Fuels Excise Tax -Innovative Financing of Transportation Projects -Estate Tax Reform -Government Contract Withholding Reform
Urged OSHA develop of a new heat proposal that addresses varying conditions.
Supported NEPA reforms to streamline federal permitting process. Support for PERMIT Act of 2025. Support for Interactive Federal Review Act. Army Corps Nationwide Permits Reissuance
Supported completion of FY 2025 transportation appropriations legislation that fully funds surface transportation programs at levels authorized in the IIJA. Supported full funding of surface transportation programs in FY 2026 appropriations.
Support for Highway Trust Fund solvency measures, including S. 536 the Fair SHARE Act, which would impose a fee on electric vehicles and the electric vehicle fee included in the One Big Beautiful Bill Act. Support for business tax measures including bonus depreciation, R&D expensing, and accelerated depreciation for factories.
Filing targets: Army, Dept of (Corps of Engineers), Council on Environmental Quality (CEQ), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Labor, Dept of (DOL), Office of Management & Budget (OMB), President of the U.S., SENATE, Small Business Administration (SBA), Transportation, Dept of (DOT), Treasury, Dept of, White House Office
Support for reauthorization of highway and public transportation programs due in 2026. ARTBA reiterated priorities for proper implementation of the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act, including but not limited to Buy America provisions.
Urged DOL and DOJ to abandon defense of 2024 Overtime Rule. Urged OSHA develop of a new heat proposal that addresses varying conditions.
Supported completion of FY 2025 transportation appropriations legislation that fully funds surface transportation programs at levels authorized in the IIJA.
Support for Highway Trust Fund solvency measures, including S. 536 the Fair SHARE Act, which would impose a fee on electric vehicles.
Filing targets: Army, Dept of (Corps of Engineers), Council on Environmental Quality (CEQ), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Labor, Dept of (DOL), Office of Management & Budget (OMB), President of the U.S., SENATE, Small Business Administration (SBA), Transportation, Dept of (DOT), Treasury, Dept of, White House Office
Support for HR 7024, The Tax Relief for American Families and Workers Act of 2024 Support for Highway Trust Fund solvency measures, including a Vehicle Miles Traveled Pilot Program and cost allocation study.
Opposed expanding U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and Army Corps of Engineers (Corps) jurisdictional authority to include roadside ditches. Opposed FHWA efforts to establish a greenhouse gas performance measure, including supporting SJ Res. 161 and HJ Res 114 which would disapprove of the FHWA rule. Changes to NAAQs PM standards
Opposed mandating the use of project labor agreements on direct federal projects valued at $35 million or more. Implementation of Davis Bacon regulations Commented on DEA proposal to reschedule marijuana, encouraging safe workplaces as a priority. OSHA workplace standards, including heat safety standard, overtime and worker walkaround rules. MSHA proposed safety standard on crystalline silica.
ARTBA offered input to the Office of Management and Budget as it considered guidance relating to the Buy America provisions in the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA). ARTBA continued to reiterate priorities for implementation of the IIJA. ARTBA supported passage of the Water Resources Development Act.
Filing targets: Army, Dept of (Corps of Engineers), Council on Environmental Quality (CEQ), Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Labor, Dept of (DOL), Office of Management & Budget (OMB), President of the U.S., SENATE, Small Business Administration (SBA), Transportation, Dept of (DOT), Treasury, Dept of, White House Office
Opposed mandating the use of project labor agreements on direct federal projects valued at $35 million or more. Implementation of Davis Bacon regulations Commented on DEA proposal to reschedule marijuana, encouraging safe workplaces as a priority. OSHA workplace standards, including heat safety standard, overtime and worker walkaround rules. MSHA proposed safety standard on crystalline silica.
Opposed expanding U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and Army Corps of Engineers (Corps) jurisdictional authority to include roadside ditches. Opposed FHWA efforts to establish a greenhouse gas performance measure, including supporting SJ Res. 161 and HJ Res 114 which would disapprove of the FHWA rule. Changes to NAAQs PM standards
Urged proper implementation of the Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) program. Issues of concern include the legal and regulatory limitations on the abilities of prime contractors to help grow DBE capacity as well as the disparity between the pool of certified DBE firms and those able to participate as subcontractors on federal-aid projects.
ARTBA supported the modernization of the National Environmental Policy Act(NEPA) and opposed the rollback of recent NEPA reforms.
Filing targets: Army, Dept of (Corps of Engineers), Council on Environmental Quality (CEQ), Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Labor, Dept of (DOL), Office of Management & Budget (OMB), President of the U.S., SENATE, Small Business Administration (SBA), Transportation, Dept of (DOT), Treasury, Dept of, White House Office
Opposed mandating the use of project labor agreements on direct federal projects valued at $35 million or more. Implementation of Davis Bacon regulations OSHA workplace standards, including heat safety standard, overtime and worker walkaround rules. MSHA proposed safety standard on crystalline silica.
ARTBA offered input to the Office of Management and Budget as it considered guidance relating to the Buy America provisions in the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA). ARTBA continued to reiterate priorities for implementation of the IIJA.
ARTBA supported the modernization of the National Environmental Policy Act(NEPA) and opposed the rollback of recent NEPA reforms.
Opposed expanding U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and Army Corps of Engineers (Corps) jurisdictional authority to include roadside ditches. Opposed FHWA efforts to establish a greenhouse gas performance measure, including supporting SJ Res. 161 and HJ Res 114 which would disapprove of the FHWA rule. Changes to NAAQs PM standards
Support for HR 7024, The Tax Relief for American Families and Workers Act of 2024 Support for Highway Trust Fund solvency measures, including a Vehicle Miles Traveled Pilot Program and cost allocation study.
Filing targets: Army, Dept of (Corps of Engineers), Council on Environmental Quality (CEQ), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Labor, Dept of (DOL), Office of Management & Budget (OMB), President of the U.S., SENATE, Small Business Administration (SBA), Transportation, Dept of (DOT), Treasury, Dept of, White House Office
ARTBA supported continued funding of the IIJA in FY2024 appropriations bills. Urged Congress to pass a CR, in lieu of a government shutdown, while work on FY24 bills continues. Urged support for Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2024. Urged support for HR 5779 and S 3262, the Fiscal Commission Act and Fiscal Stability Act
Urged proper implementation of the Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) program. Issues of concern include the legal and regulatory limitations on the abilities of prime contractors to help grow DBE capacity as well as the disparity between the pool of certified DBE firms and those able to participate as subcontractors on federal-aid projects.
ARTBA offered input to the Office of Management and Budget as it considered guidance relating to the Buy America provisions in the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA). ARTBA continued to reiterate priorities for implementation of the IIJA.
Support for HR 7024, The Tax Relief for American Families and Workers Act of 2024 Support for Highway Trust Fund solvency measures, including a Vehicle Miles Traveled Pilot Program and cost allocation study.
ARTBA supported the modernization of the National Environmental Policy Act(NEPA) and opposed the rollback of recent NEPA reforms.
Urged support for H.R. 3935, the Securing Growth and Robust Leadership in American Aviation Act and S. 1939, the FAA Reauthorization Act of 2023, including the Airport Improvement Program
Filing targets: Army, Dept of (Corps of Engineers), Council on Environmental Quality (CEQ), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Labor, Dept of (DOL), Office of Management & Budget (OMB), President of the U.S., SENATE, Small Business Administration (SBA), Transportation, Dept of (DOT), Treasury, Dept of, White House Office
ARTBA supported continued funding of the IIJA in FY2024 appropriations bills. Urged Congress to pass a CR, in lieu of a government shutdown, while work on FY24 bills continues.
ARTBA offered input to the Office of Management and Budget as it considered guidance relating to the Buy America provisions in the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA). ARTBA continued to reiterate priorities for implementation of the IIJA. ARTBA discussed supply chain issues as they pertain to the delivery of transportation projects and potential legislative solutions.
ARTBA met with Department of Transportation officials to discuss regulatory reform priorities.
ARTBA supported the modernization of the National Environmental Policy Act(NEPA) and opposed the rollback of recent NEPA reforms.
Filing targets: Army, Dept of (Corps of Engineers), Council on Environmental Quality (CEQ), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Federal Highway Administration (FHA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Labor, Dept of (DOL), Office of Management & Budget (OMB), President of the U.S., SENATE, Small Business Administration (SBA), Transportation, Dept of (DOT), Treasury, Dept of, White House Office
Urged proper implementation of the Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) program. Issues of concern include the legal and regulatory limitations on the abilities of prime contractors to help grow DBE capacity as well as the disparity between the pool of certified DBE firms and those able to participate as subcontractors on federal-aid projects.
ARTBA met with Department of Transportation officials to discuss regulatory reform priorities.
Opposed mandating the use of project labor agreements on direct federal projects valued at $35 million or more.
Urged increased support for the Federal Aviation reauthorization legislation. Supported H.R. 3935, Securing Growth and Robust Leadership in American Aviation Act.
Opposed expanding U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and Army Corps of Engineers (Corps) jurisdictional authority to include roadside ditches.
Filing targets: Army, Dept of (Corps of Engineers), Council on Environmental Quality (CEQ), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Federal Highway Administration (FHA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Office of Management & Budget (OMB), President of the U.S., SENATE, Small Business Administration (SBA), Transportation, Dept of (DOT), Treasury, Dept of, White House Office
ARTBA supported continued funding of the IIJA.
ARTBA supported the modernization of the National Environmental Policy Act(NEPA) and opposed the rollback of recent NEPA reforms. ARTBA supported H.R. 1577, the "Building United States Infrastructure through Limited Delays and Efficient Reviews (BUILDER) Act of 2023. ARTBA supported project delivery improvements to NEPA proposed in the Fiscal Responsiblity Act. ARTBA Supported H.R. 1, the "Lower Energy Costs" Act.
ARTBA met with Department of Transportation officials to discuss regulatory reform priorities.
Opposed mandatory the use of project labor agreements on direct federal projects valued at $35 million or more.
ARTBA offered input to the Office of Management and Budget as it considered guidance relating to the Buy America provisions in the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA). ARTBA continued to reiterate priorities for implementation of the IIJA. ARTBA discussed supply chain issues as they pertain to the delivery of transportation projects and potential legislative solutions.
Filing targets: Army, Dept of (Corps of Engineers), Council on Environmental Quality (CEQ), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Federal Highway Administration (FHA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Office of Management & Budget (OMB), President of the U.S., SENATE, Small Business Administration (SBA), Transportation, Dept of (DOT), Treasury, Dept of, White House Office
Urged proper implementation of the Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) program. Issues of concern include the legal and regulatory limitations on the abilities of prime contractors to help grow DBE capacity as well as the disparity between the pool of certified DBE firms and those able to participate as subcontractors on federal-aid projects.
ARTBA supported continued funding of the IIJA.
ARTBA offered input to the Office of Management and Budget as it considered guidance relating to the Buy America provisions in the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA). ARTBA continued to reiterate priorities for implementation of the IIJA. ARTBA discussed supply chain issues as they pertain to the delivery of transportation projects and potential legislative solutions.
Opposed mandatory the use of project labor agreements on direct federal projects valued at $35 million or more.
Filing targets: Army, Dept of (Corps of Engineers), Council on Environmental Quality (CEQ), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Federal Highway Administration (FHA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Office of Management & Budget (OMB), President of the U.S., SENATE, Small Business Administration (SBA), Transportation, Dept of (DOT), Treasury, Dept of, White House Office
Urged proper implementation of the Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) program. Issues of concern include the legal and regulatory limitations on the abilities of prime contractors to help grow DBE capacity as well as the disparity between the pool of certified DBE firms and those able to participate as subcontractors on federal-aid projects.
ARTBA met with Department of Transportation officials to discuss regulatory reform priorities.
ARTBA supported the modernization of the National Environmental Policy Act(NEPA) and opposed the rollback of recent NEPA reforms.
Opposed mandatory the use of project labor agreements on direct federal projects valued at $35 million or more.
ARTBA supported the passage of S. 3011/H.R. 5735 in the House and as part of a stopgap spending package. The legislation would provides states and localities the flexibility to use COVID relief funds for infrastructure projects. ARTBA urged support for transportation programs in the FY 2023 omnibus appropriations bill.
Filing targets: Army, Dept of (Corps of Engineers), Council on Environmental Quality (CEQ), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Federal Highway Administration (FHA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Office of Management & Budget (OMB), President of the U.S., SENATE, Small Business Administration (SBA), Transportation, Dept of (DOT), Treasury, Dept of, White House Office
Urged proper implementation of the Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) program. Issues of concern include the legal and regulatory limitations on the abilities of prime contractors to help grow DBE capacity as well as the disparity between the pool of certified DBE firms and those able to participate as subcontractors on federal-aid projects.
ARTBA outlined our priorities for implementation of the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA) for the U.S. Department of Transportation (U.S. DOT). ARTBA offered input to the Office of Management and Budget as it considered guidance relating to the Buy America provisions in the IIJA.
ARTBA supported the passage of S. 3011/H.R. 5735 in the House and as part of a stopgap spending package. The legislation would provides states and localities the flexibility to use COVID relief funds for infrastructure projects.
Opposed mandatory the use of project labor agreements on direct federal projects valued at $35 million or more. Opposed the following provisions of H.R. 7900 (the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2023): Sec. 809 - giving Department of Defense preference to contractors with union agreements, Sec. 5187 - initiating debarment proceedings for Fair Labor Standards Act violations, Sec. 868 - prohibiting the Department of Defense from entering into contracts with employers who have violated the National Labor Relations Act, and Sec. 2809B promoting local hire programs. ARTBA also opposed changes to the federal contracting and debarment system prior to recommendations from a forthcoming report from the the Acquisition Innovation Research Center.
Urged support for the Navigable Waters Protection Rule and opposed expanding U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and Army Corps of Engineers (Corps) jurisdictional authority to include roadside ditches. Opposed further tightening of the National Ambient Air Quality standards for particulate matter.
Filing targets: Army, Dept of (Corps of Engineers), Council on Environmental Quality (CEQ), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Federal Highway Administration (FHA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Office of Management & Budget (OMB), President of the U.S., SENATE, Small Business Administration (SBA), Transportation, Dept of (DOT), Treasury, Dept of, White House Office
ARTBA outlined our priorities for implementation of the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA) for the U.S. Department of Transportation (U.S. DOT). ARTBA offered input to the Office of Management and Budget as it considered guidance relating to the Buy America provisions in the IIJA.
ARTBA met with Department of Transportation officials to discuss regulatory reform priorities.
ARTBA wrote to both the Bureau of Labor Statistics and the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration to discuss ways data may be better correlated to address roadway construction zone fatalities. ATRBA asked U.S. DOT to include transportation construction workers under its definition of "vulnerable road users" for purposes of the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA).
Urged proper implementation of the Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) program. Issues of concern include the legal and regulatory limitations on the abilities of prime contractors to help grow DBE capacity as well as the disparity between the pool of certified DBE firms and those able to participate as subcontractors on federal-aid projects.
Urged support for the Navigable Waters Protection Rule and opposed expanding U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and Army Corps of Engineers (Corps) jurisdictional authority to include roadside ditches.
Filing targets: Army, Dept of (Corps of Engineers), Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), Council on Environmental Quality (CEQ), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Federal Highway Administration (FHA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Natl Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA), Office of Management & Budget (OMB), President of the U.S., SENATE, Small Business Administration (SBA), Transportation, Dept of (DOT), Treasury, Dept of, White House Office
ARTBA urged the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) to consider several issues which would impact the transportation construction industry as they promulgate an emergency temporary standard (ETS) concerning COVID vaccinations for private employers with 100 or more employees. These issues included concerns about recordkeeping, treatment of subcontractors, impacts on the transportation construction workforce and costs associated with the ETS. ARTBA opposed Executive Order (EO) 14063, which requires project labor agreements (PLA) on federal construction contracts exceeding $35 million. ARTBA supported S. 403/H.R. 1284, the "Fair and Open Competition Act" which would prevent federal agencies from requiring PLAs. ATRBA asked U.S. DOT to include transportation construction workers under its definition of "vulnerable road users" for purposes of the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA).
ARTBA urged Congress to pass the FY 2022 Transportation, Housing and Urban Development (THUD) appropriations bill. ARTBA supported the addition of S. 3011/H.R. 5735 to the FY 2022 omnibus appropriations bill. The legislation would provides states and localities the flexibility to use COVID relief funds for infrastructure projects. ARTBA asked the Department of Treasury to clarify that American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds may be used to mitigate the impact of supply chain delays and shortages. ARTBA urged House and Senate appropriators to retain language ensuring "local hire" requirements for transportation projects do not lead to detrimental impacts on competition, price or safety.
ARTBA outlined our priorities for implementation of the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA) for the U.S. Department of Transportation (U.S. DOT). ARTBA recommended nominees for an IIJA working group tasked with conducting a study on access to covered resources for infrastructure projects. ARTBA urged the Office of Management and Budget to solicit public input before issuing guidance related to the Buy America provisions in the IIJA.
ARTBA met with Department of Transportation officials to discuss regulatory reform priorities.
Urged proper implementation of the Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) program. Issues of concern include the legal and regulatory limitations on the abilities of prime contractors to help grow DBE capacity as well as the disparity between the pool of certified DBE firms and those able to participate as subcontractors on federal-aid projects.
Filing targets: Army, Dept of (Corps of Engineers), Council on Environmental Quality (CEQ), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Federal Highway Administration (FHA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA), Office of Management & Budget (OMB), President of the U.S., SENATE, Small Business Administration (SBA), Transportation, Dept of (DOT), Treasury, Dept of, White House Office
ARTBA supported the modernization of the National Environmental Policy Act(NEPA) and opposed the rollback of recent NEPA reforms.
ARTBA met with Department of Transportation officials to discuss regulatory reform priorities.
Urged support for the Navigable Waters Protection Rule and opposed expanding U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and Army Corps of Engineers (Corps) jurisdictional authority to include roadside ditches.
ARTBA met with members of Congress and Biden Administration officials to discuss myriad federal transportation issues, including the solvency of the Highway Trust Fund and reauthorization of the federal surface transportation program. ARTBA sent multiple letters of support for the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA) to the U.S. Senate. ARTBA thanked legislators and the Biden administration for the passage of the IIJA. ARTBA asked the Department of the Treasury to clarify that Coronavirus State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds from the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) may be used by state and local governments to mitigate the impacts of supply chain issues. ARTBA supported passage of S. 3011 and H.R. 5735, the "State, Local, Tribal, and Territorial Fiscal Recovery, Infrastructure, and Disaster Relief Flexibility Act" allowing COVID-19 relief funds to be used for infrastructure projects.
Urged proper implementation of the Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) program. Issues of concern include the legal and regulatory limitations on the abilities of prime contractors to help grow DBE capacity as well as the disparity between the pool of certified DBE firms and those able to participate as subcontractors on federal-aid projects.
Filing targets: Army, Dept of (Corps of Engineers), Council on Environmental Quality (CEQ), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Federal Highway Administration (FHA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA), Office of Management & Budget (OMB), President of the U.S., SENATE, Small Business Administration (SBA), Transportation, Dept of (DOT), Treasury, Dept of, White House Office
ARTBA urged the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) to consider several issues which would impact the transportation construction industry as they promulgate an emergency temporary standard (ETS) concerning COVID vaccinations for private employers with 100 or more employees. These issues included concerns about recordkeeping, treatment of subcontractors, impacts on the transportation construction workforce and costs associated with the ETS.
Urged proper implementation of the Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) program. Issues of concern include the legal and regulatory limitations on the abilities of prime contractors to help grow DBE capacity as well as the disparity between the pool of certified DBE firms and those able to participate as subcontractors on federal-aid projects.
ARTBA met with members of Congress and Biden Administration officials to discuss myriad federal transportation issues, including the solvency of the Highway Trust Fund and reauthorization of the federal surface transportation program. ARTBA met with House and Senate staff to discuss priorities for inclusion in surface transportation program reauthorization legislation. ARTBA urged Congress to make reauthorization of the federal surface transportation program a central part of COVID-19 recovery efforts. ARTBA sent multiple letters of support for the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA) to the U.S. Senate. ARTBA advocated for an amendment to the IIJA updating the Highway Cost Allocation Study. ARTBA advocated for an amendment to the IIJA providing states and localities flexibility in using American Rescue Plan funds. ARTBA advocated for an amendment to the IIJA to correct an issue clarifying the use of Paycheck Protection Program funds by architecture and engineering firms.
ARTBA urged inclusion of a long-term Highway Trust Fund revenue solution in any legislation with a tax-title or as a stand-alone measure. ARTBA urged Congress to lift the $15 billion cap on Private Activity Bonds(PABs) for highway construction projects.
Filing targets: Army, Dept of (Corps of Engineers), Council on Environmental Quality (CEQ), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Federal Highway Administration (FHA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA), Office of Management & Budget (OMB), President of the U.S., SENATE, Small Business Administration (SBA), Transportation, Dept of (DOT), Treasury, Dept of, White House Office
ARTBA met with members of Congress and Biden Administration officials to discuss myriad federal transportation issues, including the solvency of the Highway Trust Fund and reauthorization of the federal surface transportation program. ARTBA met with House and Senate staff to discuss priorities for inclusion in surface transportation program reauthorization legislation. ARTBA urged Congress to make reauthorization of the federal surface transportation program a central part of COVID-19 recovery efforts. ARTBA urged Congress to make a comprehensive national vehicle miles travelled implementation program part of any surface transportation program reauthorization legislation. ARTBA urged Congress to authorize $200 billion in highway and bridge stimulus in 2022 to be obligated through 2026. ARTBA supported passage of S. 1931, the Surface Transportation Reauthorization Act of 2021. ARTBA also supported and opposed multiple amendments to the legislation. ARTBA commended the introduction of H.R. 3341, the Surface Transportation Advanced through Reform, Technology and Efficient Review Act (Starter 2.0). ARTBA supported the passage of H.R. 3684, the "Investing in a New Vision for the Environment and Surface Transportation in America" Act (INVEST Act). ARTBA also supported and opposed multiple amendments to the legislation.
Urged support for the Navigable Waters Protection Rule and opposed expanding U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and Army Corps of Engineers (Corps) jurisdictional authority to include roadside ditches.
ARTBA supported the modernization of the National Environmental Policy Act(NEPA)
ARTBA met with Department of Transportation officials to discuss regulatory reform priorities.
ARTBA discussed an issue pertaining to architecture and engineering firms having to credit back expenses paid for with Paycheck Protection Program loan funds if they were working on a federal contract.
ARTBA urged inclusion of a long-term Highway Trust Fund revenue solution in any legislation with a tax-title or as a stand-alone measure. ARTBA urged Congress to lift the $15 billion cap on Private Activity Bonds(PABs) for highway construction projects.
Filing targets: Army, Dept of (Corps of Engineers), Council on Environmental Quality (CEQ), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Federal Highway Administration (FHA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA), Office of Management & Budget (OMB), President of the U.S., SENATE, Small Business Administration (SBA), Transportation, Dept of (DOT), Treasury, Dept of, White House Office
ARTBA discussed an issue pertaining to architecture and engineering firms having to credit back expenses paid for with Paycheck Protection Program loan funds if they were working on a federal contract.
ARTBA urged the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) not to enact a national emergency temporary standard (ETS) for COVID-19 and instead allow industries to develop specific best practices suited to their particular situations. ARTBA urged opposition to H.R. 482, the Protecting the Right to Organize (PRO) Act.
ARTBA met with Department of Transportation officials to discuss regulatory reform priorities.
Urged proper implementation of the Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) program. Issues of concern include the legal and regulatory limitations on the abilities of prime contractors to help grow DBE capacity as well as the disparity between the pool of certified DBE firms and those able to participate as subcontractors on federal-aid projects.
ARTBA met with members of Congress and Biden Administration officials to discuss myriad federal transportation issues, including the solvency of the Highway Trust Fund and reauthorization of the federal surface transportation program. ARTBA met with House and Senate staff to discuss priorities for inclusion in surface transportation program reauthorization legislation. ARTBA also signed a coalition letter to House and Senate staff outlining priorities for surface transportation legislation. ARTBA urged Congress to make reauthorization of the federal surface transportation program a central part of COVID-19 recovery efforts. ARTBA opposed any efforts to temporarily suspend or permanently repeal a dedicated user fee that generates revenue to support surface transportation improvements as part of COVID-19 recovery efforts. ARTBA opposed Amendments 255 and 450 to S. Con. Res. 5, on the basis that they would have constrained discussion on addressing the nation's infrastructure needs. ARTBA urged the Department of the Treasury to specify that transportation infrastructure was eligible for relief and capital assistance funds authorized by H.R. 1319, the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021
ARTBA urged the Federal Communications Commission to stay its order allowing Ligado Networks, LLC to provide 5G services nationwide.
ARTBA asked for a meeting with U.S. Department of Transportation and U.S. Department of Labor officials to discuss ways to clarify and address the growing problem of work zone fatalities.
Filing targets: Army, Dept of (Corps of Engineers), Council on Environmental Quality (CEQ), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Federal Communications Commission (FCC), Federal Highway Administration (FHA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Labor, Dept of (DOL), Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA), Office of Management & Budget (OMB), President of the U.S., SENATE, Small Business Administration (SBA), Transportation, Dept of (DOT), Treasury, Dept of, White House Office
Urged proper implementation of the Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) Program. Discussed several larger DBE program issues, including the legal and regulatory limitations on prime contractors abilities to help grow DBE capacity as well as the disparity between the pool of certified DBE firms and those actually able to participate as subcontractors on federal-aid highway projects.
ARTBA urged support for S. 1811, the Water Resources Development Act of 2020 (WRDA 2020)
ARTBA urged House and Senate Leaders to allow the use of federal funding to implement automated enforcement, if permitted by a state, in work zones.
ARTBA staff met with members of Congress and Trump Administration officials to discuss myriad federal transportation issues, including the solvency of the Highway Trust Fund. ARTBA met with House and Senate staff to discuss priorities for reauthorization of the surface transportation program. ARTBA met with House and Senate staff to express support for an extension of the Fixing America's Surface Transportation (FAST) Act reauthorization law. ARTBA urged Congress to make reauthorization of the federal surface transportation program a central part of COVID-19 recovery efforts. ARTBA also supported $37 billion in direct aid to state departments of transportation as part of COVID-19 recovery efforts. ARTBA opposed any efforts to temporarily suspend or permanently repeal a dedicated user fee that generates revenue to support surface transportation improvements as part of COVID-19 recovery efforts.
ARTBA staff met with various congressional offices to urge inclusion of a long-term Highway Trust Fund revenue solution in any legislation with a tax title or as a stand-alone measure. ARTBA urged Congress to lift the $15 billion cap on Private Activity Bonds (PABs) for highway construction projects.
ARTBA supported S. 4117 and H.R. 7777, the "Paycheck Protection Program Small Business Forgiveness Act." ARTBA urged Congress to expand eligibility for businesses to participate in a second round of Paycheck Protection Program loans. ARTBA urged Congress to clarify that PPP loans are fully tax deductible and that business expenses paid for with PPP loan proceeds are also deductible. ARTBA expressed concern over the Paycheck Protection Program's (PPP) Loan Necessity Questionnaire. Specifically, ARTBA noted the form does not give transportation construction firms adequate opportunity to explain how their businesses have been impacted by COVID-19. ARTBA urged SBA to issue further guidance on the for and also suspend its use.
ARTBA urged Senators to include supplemental transportation resources in the FY 2021 appropriations process. ARTBA urged completion of a final FY 2021 Transportation, Housing and Urban Development, and Related Agencies (THUD) appropriations law before Dec. 11.
Urged opposition to expanding the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and Army Corps of Engineers jurisdictional authority under the Clean Water Act to include all U.S. water bodies.
ARTBA urged President Trump to overturn Executive Order 13502 requiring project labor agreements on federal-aid construction projects.
ARTBA met with Department of Transportation officials to discuss regulatory reform priorities.
Filing targets: Army, Dept of (Corps of Engineers), Council on Environmental Quality (CEQ), Defense, Dept of (DOD), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Federal Communications Commission (FCC), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Internal Revenue Service (IRS), Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA), Office of Management & Budget (OMB), President of the U.S., SENATE, Small Business Administration (SBA), Transportation, Dept of (DOT), Treasury, Dept of, White House Office
ARTBA supported the Council on Environmental Quality's efforts to modernize the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA). ARTBA supported Passage of H.R. 8333, the "Building U.S. Infrastructure through Limited Delays & Efficient Reviews" Act. ARTBA supported passage of S. 4589, the Endangered Species Act Amendments of 2020. ARTBA advocated for changes to H.R. 1603, the Allen Reinstein Ban Asbestos Now Act. Specifically, the association expressed concern about the potential effects of an incorrect definition of what constitutes asbestos on aggregate products, an ingredient in the production of concrete and asphalt, among other common uses throughout society.
ARTBA staff met with various congressional offices to urge inclusion of a long-term Highway Trust Fund revenue solution in any legislation with a tax title or as a stand-alone measure. ARTBA urged Congress to lift the $15 billion cap on Private Activity Bonds (PABs) for highway construction projects.
ARTBA urged President Trump to overturn Executive Order 13502 requiring project labor agreements on federal-aid construction projects.
ARTBA met with Department of Transportation officials to discuss regulatory reform priorities.
ARTBA urged House and Senate Leaders to allow the use of federal funding to implement automated enforcement, if permitted by a state, in work zones.
Urged opposition to expanding the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and Army Corps of Engineers jurisdictional authority under the Clean Water Act to include all U.S. water bodies.
Urged proper implementation of the Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) Program. Discussed several larger DBE program issues, including the legal and regulatory limitations on prime contractors abilities to help grow DBE capacity as well as the disparity between the pool of certified DBE firms and those actually able to participate as subcontractors on federal-aid highway projects.
ARTBA opposed a decision by the Federal Communications Commission's acceptance of Ligado Networks, LLC's application to provide 5G services nationwide. ARTBA also filed a petition for reconsideration of the decision with the FCC.
ARTBA staff met with members of Congress and Trump Administration officials to discuss myriad federal transportation issues, including the solvency of the Highway Trust Fund. ARTBA met with House and Senate staff to discuss priorities for reauthorization of the surface transportation program. ARTBA met with House and Senate staff to express support for an extension of the Fixing America's Surface Transportation (FAST) Act reauthorization law. ARTBA urged Congress to make reauthorization of the federal surface transportation program a central part of COVID-19 recovery efforts. ARTBA also supported $37 billion in direct aid to state departments of transportation as part of COVID-19 recovery efforts. ARTBA opposed any efforts to temporarily suspend or permanently repeal a dedicated user fee that generates revenue to support surface transportation improvements as part of COVID-19 recovery efforts. ARTBA supported the inclusion of direct financial assistance for state highway programs in H.R. 6800, the "Health and Economic Recovery Omnibus Energy Solutions" (HEROES) Act. ARTBA supported passage of H.R. 2, the Moving Forward Act. ARTBA also urged support and opposition for various specific amendments to the act.
Filing targets: Army, Dept of (Corps of Engineers), Council on Environmental Quality (CEQ), Defense, Dept of (DOD), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Federal Communications Commission (FCC), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Internal Revenue Service (IRS), Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA), Office of Management & Budget (OMB), President of the U.S., SENATE, Small Business Administration (SBA), Transportation, Dept of (DOT), Treasury, Dept of, White House Office
ARTBA urged congress to clarify that business expenses related to the Small Business Administration's Paycheck Protection Program are tax-deductible. ARTBA urged congress to increase the amount of Paycheck Protection Program funds which could be used for non-payroll expenses. ARTBA urged Congress to extend the eight-week duration of Paycheck Protection Program loans. ARTBA urged congress to extend the Paycheck Protection Program's "safe harbor" provision for rehiring workers. ARTBA asked OMB to clarify that Paycheck Protection Funds spent on federal contracting work do not need to be credited back to the contracting agency. ARTBA supported H.R. 7010, the "Paycheck Protection Program Flexibility Act."
ARTBA staff met with members of Congress and Trump Administration officials to discuss myriad federal transportation issues, including the solvency of the Highway Trust Fund. ARTBA met with House and Senate staff to discuss priorities for reauthorization of the surface transportation program. ARTBA urged Congress to make reauthorization of the federal surface transportation program a central part of COVID-19 recovery efforts. ARTBA also supported direct aid to state departments of transportation as part of COVID-19 recovery efforts. ARTBA supported the inclusion of direct financial assistance for state highway programs in H.R. 6800, the "Health and Economic Recovery Omnibus Energy Solutions" (HEROES) Act. ARTBA, through both individual and coalition letters, supported H.R. 2, the "Investing in a New Vision for the Environment and Surface Transportation in America Act" (INVEST Act). ARTBA also urged support and opposition for various specific amendments to the act. ARTBA supported H.R. 2, the Moving Forward Act.
Urged opposition to expanding the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and Army Corps of Engineers jurisdictional authority under the Clean Water Act to include all U.S. water bodies. ARTBA urged EPA and Congress to make fundamental changes to the Clean Air Act's transportation conformity program. ARTBA expressed concern about the impact of the "Safe, Affordable, Fuel-Efficient" Vehicles Rule on the ability of states to meet federal goals under the Clean Air Act's transportation conformity program. ARTBA opposed changes to the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permitting structure proposed in H.R. 1497, the "Water Quality and Jobs Creation Act of 2019."
ARTBA urged President Trump to overturn Executive Order 13502 requiring project labor agreements on federal-aid construction projects. ARTBA requested further clarification from OSHA regarding the application of OSHA's Access to Employee Exposure and Medical Records rule to certain employer-conducted COVID-19 health screenings.
ARTBA staff met with various congressional offices to urge inclusion of a long-term Highway Trust Fund revenue solution in any legislation with a tax title or as a stand-alone measure. ARTBA urged Congress to lift the $15 billion cap on Private Activity Bonds (PABs) for highway construction projects.
ARTBA supported the Council on Environmental Quality's efforts to modernize the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA).
ARTBA urged House and Senate Leaders to allow the use of federal funding to implement automated enforcement, if permitted by a state, in work zones.
ARTBA staff advocated to House and Senate offices for reauthorization of federal aviation programs, an increase in airport infrastructure investment and an increase in the Passenger Facilities Charge cap.
Urged proper implementation of the Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) Program. Discussed several larger DBE program issues, including the legal and regulatory limitations on prime contractors abilities to help grow DBE capacity as well as the disparity between the pool of certified DBE firms and those actually able to participate as subcontractors on federal-aid highway projects.
Filing targets: Army, Dept of (Corps of Engineers), Council on Environmental Quality (CEQ), Defense, Dept of (DOD), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Federal Communications Commission (FCC), Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Internal Revenue Service (IRS), Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA), Office of Management & Budget (OMB), President of the U.S., SENATE, Small Business Administration (SBA), Transportation, Dept of (DOT), Treasury, Dept of, White House Office
ARTBA urged House and Senate Leaders to allow the use of federal funding to implement automated enforcement, if permitted by a state, in work zones.
ARTBA staff met with various congressional offices to urge inclusion of a long-term Highway Trust Fund revenue solution in any legislation with a tax title or as a stand-alone measure. ARTBA urged Congress to consider raising the federal gas tax. ARTBA urged Congress to lift the $15 billion cap on Private Activity Bonds (PABs) for highway construction projects. ARTBA urged congressional leaders to support a repeal of the 12% federal excise tax on the purchase of heavy duty trucks and trailers.
ARTBA met with Department of Transportation officials to discuss regulatory reform priorities.
ARTBA staff advocated to House and Senate offices for reauthorization of federal aviation programs, an increase in airport infrastructure investment and an increase in the Passenger Facilities Charge cap. ARTBA urged Congress to authorize an additional $10 billion in Airport Improvement Grants (AIP) in light of COVID-19 to help continue airport capital projects and programs that are currently underway, including facility projects that are mission critical to the operation of the airport.
ARTBA urged President Trump to overturn Executive Order 13502 requiring project labor agreements on federal-aid construction projects. ARTBA urged OSHA to clarify requirements concerning workplace reporting of COVID-19. ARTBA expressed concern over the impact of expanded sick leave and Family Medical Leave Act provisions in H.R. 6201, the Families First Coronavirus Response Act on small and disadvantaged businesses.
ARTBA expressed support for exempting transportation construction industry workers from federal hours of service regulations to Administration officials and House and Senate staff.
Urged opposition to expanding the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and Army Corps of Engineers jurisdictional authority under the Clean Water Act to include all U.S. water bodies. ARTBA urged EPA and Congress to make fundamental changes to the Clean Air Act's transportation conformity program. ARTBA expressed concern about the impact of the "Safe, Affordable, Fuel-Efficient" Vehicles Rule on the ability of states to meet federal goals under the Clean Air Act's transportation conformity program.
Urged proper implementation of the Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) Program. Discussed several larger DBE program issues, including the legal and regulatory limitations on prime contractors abilities to help grow DBE capacity as well as the disparity between the pool of certified DBE firms and those actually able to participate as subcontractors on federal-aid highway projects.
Filing targets: Army, Dept of (Corps of Engineers), Council on Environmental Quality (CEQ), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA), Office of Management & Budget (OMB), President of the U.S., SENATE, Small Business Administration (SBA), Transportation, Dept of (DOT), Treasury, Dept of, White House Office
ARTBA urged appropriators to provide the full amount for federal transportation programs authorized in the Fixing America's Surface Transportation Act plus additional supplemental infrastructure investments pursuant to the 2017 two-year budget deal. ARTBA urged appropriators to fully fund the United States Army Corps of Engineers navigation program. ARTBA urged support for the FY 2019 appropriations package considered in the Senate, with a particular focus on the FY 2019 Transportation, Housing and Urban Development spending bill. ARTBA expressed support for a measure aimed at stabilizing the Highway Trust Fund in the Senate budget proposal.
Urged opposition to expanding the United States Environmental Protection Agency and Army Corps of Engineers jurisdictional authority under the Clean Water Act to include all U.S. water bodies. ARTBA urged support for H.R. 1497, the Water QUality Protection and Job Creation Act of 2019.
ARTBA expressed support for exempting transportation construction industry workers from federal hours of service regulations to Administration officials and House and Senate staff.
ARTBA staff advocated to House and Senate offices for reauthorization of federal aviation programs, an increase in airport infrastructure investment and an increase in the Passenger Facilities Charge cap. ARTBA staff worked with House and Senate offices to ensure any effort to expand the Transportation Infrastructure Finance and Innovation Act to airports as part of the Aviation Program Reauthorization was funded using revenue already ensured to other modes of transportation.
Urged proper implementation of the Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) Program. Discussed several larger DBE program issues, including the legal and regulatory limitations on prime contractors abilities to help grow DBE capacity as well as the disparity between the pool of certified DBE firms and those actually able to participate as subcontractors on federal-aid highway projects.
ARTBA urged President Trump to overturn Executive Order 13502 requiring project labor agreements on federal-aid construction projects. ARTBA urged support for H.R. 1508, the Fair and Open Competition Act, which would prohibit the use of mandatory project labor agreements.
Filing targets: Army, Dept of (Corps of Engineers), Council on Environmental Quality (CEQ), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA), Office of Management & Budget (OMB), President of the U.S., SENATE, Small Business Administration (SBA), Transportation, Dept of (DOT), Treasury, Dept of, White House Office
Urged proper implementation of the Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) Program. Discussed several larger DBE program issues, including the legal and regulatory limitations on prime contractors abilities to help grow DBE capacity as well as the disparity between the pool of certified DBE firms and those actually able to participate as subcontractors on federal-aid highway projects.
ARTBA expressed support for exempting transportation construction industry workers from federal hours of service regulations to Administration officials and House and Senate staff.
ARTBA staff met with members of Congress and Trump Administration officials to discuss myriad federal transportation issues, including the solvency of the Highway Trust Fund. ARTBA met with House and Senate staff to discuss priorities for reauthorization of the surface transportation program.
ARTBA urged appropriators to provide the full amount for federal transportation programs authorized in the Fixing America's Surface Transportation Act plus additional supplemental infrastructure investments pursuant to the 2017 two-year budget deal. ARTBA urged Congress to repeal the recission of $7.6 billion in Federal highway contract authority scheduled for July of 2020 as part of any budget agreement. ARTBA supported language in Section 192 of the House Transuportation, Housing and Urban Development (THUD) Appropriations bill for FY2020 preventing the Admiistration from re-allocating funds dedicated to the California high-speed rail program. ARTBA opposed amendments 229 and 237 to the House THUD Appropriations bill. Amendment 229 would repeal a clarification of current law that any loan repaid with non-federal dollars under the Transportation Infrastructure Finance and Innovation (TIFIA) program count towards the local share of a project's cost. Amendment 237 would amount to a $1.2 billion cut to federal transit funding for FY 2020.
ARTBA urged President Trump to overturn Executive Order 13502 requiring project labor agreements on federal-aid construction projects.
ARTBA staff advocated to House and Senate offices for reauthorization of federal aviation programs, an increase in airport infrastructure investment and an increase in the Passenger Facilities Charge cap.
ARTBA sent two letters to the Pipeline & Hazardous Materials Safety Administration concerning energy companies (specifically CenturyLink and Consumer Energy) delaying and not answering "locate ticket" meetings with excavation contractors, causing delays to transportation improvement projects.
Filing targets: Army, Dept of (Corps of Engineers), Council on Environmental Quality (CEQ), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA), Office of Management & Budget (OMB), Pipeline & Hazardous Materials Safety Administration, President of the U.S., SENATE, Small Business Administration (SBA), Transportation, Dept of (DOT), Treasury, Dept of, White House Office
ARTBA urged appropriators to provide the full amount for federal transportation programs authorized in the Fixing America's Surface Transportation Act plus additional supplemental infrastructure investments pursuant to the 2017 two-year budget deal. ARTBA urged Congress to repeal the recission of $7.6 billion in Federal highway contract authority scheduled for July of 2020 as part of any legislative agreement or as a stand-along measure. ARTBA urged the Senate to block a $1.2 billion cut to transit formula funds included in S. 2520, the Housing and Urban Development (THUD) Appropriations bill for FY2020 ARTBA urged the Senate to support the following amendments to S. 2520: Barrasso Amendment 1034 (repeal the aforementioned $7.6 billion in Federal highway contract authority scheduled for July of 2020), Feinstein Amendment 1015 (protecting funding already obligated for California high-speed rail projects from being used for any other purpose), McSally-Jones Amendment 1152 (preventing the aforementioned $1.2 billion cut to transit formula funds), and Crapo Amendment 1104 (allowing the use of federal highway funds on products helping to deter wrong-way intrusions and collisions). ARTBA urged the Senate to oppose the following amendments to S. 2520: Lee Amendments 1165 and 1195 (limiting obligations for highway and transit programs to estimated Highway Trust Fund tax receipts).
Urged opposition to expanding the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and Army Corps of Engineers jurisdictional authority under the Clean Water Act to include all U.S. water bodies. ARTBA urged EPA and Congress to make fundamental changes to the Clean Air Act's transportation conformity program. ARTBA expressed support for the Clean Water State Revolving Fund program as part of a coalition letter to Representative Peter DeFazio (D-OR), Chairman of the House Transportation & Infrastructure Committee.
ARTBA urged House and Senate Leaders to allow the use of federal funding to implement automated enforcement, if permitted by a state, in work zones.
ARTBA staff met with members of Congress and Trump Administration officials to discuss myriad federal transportation issues, including the solvency of the Highway Trust Fund. ARTBA met with House and Senate staff to discuss priorities for reauthorization of the surface transportation program. ARTBA, through both individual and coalition letters, supported the "America's Transportation Infrastructure Act" (ATIA)in the Senate. ARTBA signed a coalition letter urging Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) to allow floor time for the consideration of ATIA by the full senate.
ARTBA staff met with various congressional offices to urge inclusion of a long-term Highway Trust Fund revenue solution in any legislation with a tax title or as a stand-alone measure. ARTBA urged Congress to consider raising the federal gas tax. ARTBA urged Congress to lift the $15 billion cap on Private Activity Bonds (PABs) for highway construction projects. ARTBA urged congressional leaders to support a repeal of the 12% federal excise tax on the purchase of heavy duty trucks and trailers.
Urged proper implementation of the Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) Program. Discussed several larger DBE program issues, including the legal and regulatory limitations on prime contractors abilities to help grow DBE capacity as well as the disparity between the pool of certified DBE firms and those actually able to participate as subcontractors on federal-aid highway projects.
ARTBA urged the Council on Environmental Quality to issue updates to the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA).
ARTBA expressed support for exempting transportation construction industry workers from federal hours of service regulations to Administration officials and House and Senate staff.
Filing targets: Army, Dept of (Corps of Engineers), Council on Environmental Quality (CEQ), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA), Office of Management & Budget (OMB), President of the U.S., SENATE, Small Business Administration (SBA), Transportation, Dept of (DOT), Treasury, Dept of, White House Office
ARTBA staff met with members of Congress and Trump Administration officials to discuss myriad federal transportation issues, including the solvency of the Highway Trust Fund. ARTBA met with House and Senate staff to discuss priorities for reauthorization of the surface transportation program. ARTBA, through both individual and coalition letters, supported the "America's Transportation Infrastructure Act" in the Senate.
Urged proper implementation of the Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) Program. Discussed several larger DBE program issues, including the legal and regulatory limitations on prime contractors abilities to help grow DBE capacity as well as the disparity between the pool of certified DBE firms and those actually able to participate as subcontractors on federal-aid highway projects.
ARTBA staff advocated to House and Senate offices for reauthorization of federal aviation programs, an increase in airport infrastructure investment and an increase in the Passenger Facilities Charge cap.
ARTBA urged President Trump to overturn Executive Order 13502 requiring project labor agreements on federal-aid construction projects. ARTBA expressed concerns with H.R. 3668, the "Asuncion Valdivia Heat Illness and Fatality Prevention Act of 2019."
ARTBA urged appropriators to provide the full amount for federal transportation programs authorized in the Fixing America's Surface Transportation Act plus additional supplemental infrastructure investments pursuant to the 2017 two-year budget deal. ARTBA urged Congress to repeal the recission of $7.6 billion in Federal highway contract authority scheduled for July of 2020 as part of any budget agreement. ARTBA supported language in Section 192 of the House Transuportation, Housing and Urban Development (THUD) Appropriations bill for FY2020 preventing the Admiistration from re-allocating funds dedicated to the California high-speed rail program.
ARTBA met with Department of Transportation officials to discuss regulatory reform priorities.
Urged opposition to expanding the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and Army Corps of Engineers jurisdictional authority under the Clean Water Act to include all U.S. water bodies. ARTBA urged EPA and Congress to make fundamental changes to the Clean Air Act's transportation conformity program.
Filing targets: Army, Dept of (Corps of Engineers), Council on Environmental Quality (CEQ), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA), Office of Management & Budget (OMB), President of the U.S., SENATE, Small Business Administration (SBA), Transportation, Dept of (DOT), Treasury, Dept of, White House Office
ARTBA staff met with various congressional offices to urge inclusion of a long-term Highway Trust Fund revenue solution in any legislation with a tax title or as a stand-alone measure. ARTBA urged Congress to consider raising the federal gas tax.
ARTBA expressed support for exempting transportation construction industry workers from federal hours of service regulations to Administration officials and House and Senate staff.
ARTBA urged President Trump to overturn Executive Order 13502 requiring project labor agreements on federal-aid construction projects.
ARTBA staff met with members of Congress and Trump Administration officials to discuss myriad federal transportation issues, including the solvency of the Highway Trust Fund. ARTBA met with House and Senate staff to discuss priorities for reauthorization of the surface transportation program.
Urged opposition to expanding the United States Environmental Protection Agency and Army Corps of Engineers jurisdictional authority under the Clean Water Act to include all U.S. water bodies. ARTBA thanked the Senate Environment and Public Works COmmittee for advancing S. 747, the Diesel EMissions Reduction Act of 2019. The legislation provides federal financial support to states and localities for retrofitting and replacing older diesel engines.
Urged proper implementation of the Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) Program. Discussed several larger DBE program issues, including the legal and regulatory limitations on prime contractors abilities to help grow DBE capacity as well as the disparity between the pool of certified DBE firms and those actually able to participate as subcontractors on federal-aid highway projects.
ARTBA met with Department of Transportation officials to discuss regulatory reform priorities.
Filing targets: Army, Dept of (Corps of Engineers), Council on Environmental Quality (CEQ), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA), Office of Management & Budget (OMB), Pipeline & Hazardous Materials Safety Administration, President of the U.S., SENATE, Small Business Administration (SBA), Transportation, Dept of (DOT), Treasury, Dept of, White House Office
Urged proper implementation of the Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) Program. Discussed several larger DBE program issues, including the legal and regulatory limitations on prime contractors abilities to help grow DBE capacity as well as the disparity between the pool of certified DBE firms and those actually able to participate as subcontractors on federal-aid highway projects.
ARTBA urged President Trump to overturn Executive Order 13502 requiring project labor agreements on federal-aid construction projects. ARTBA urged support for H.R. 1508, the Fair and Open Competition Act, which would prohibit the use of mandatory project labor agreements.
ARTBA expressed support for exempting transportation construction industry workers from federal hours of service regulations to Administration officials and House and Senate staff.
ARTBA urged appropriators to provide the full amount for federal transportation programs authorized in the Fixing America's Surface Transportation Act plus additional supplemental infrastructure investments pursuant to the 2017 two-year budget deal. ARTBA urged appropriators to fully fund the United States Army Corps of Engineers navigation program. ARTBA urged support for the FY 2019 appropriations package considered in the Senate, with a particular focus on the FY 2019 Transportation, Housing and Urban Development spending bill. ARTBA expressed support for a measure aimed at stabilizing the Highway Trust Fund in the Senate budget proposal.
ARTBA met with Department of Transportation officials to discuss regulatory reform priorities.
Urged opposition to expanding the United States Environmental Protection Agency and Army Corps of Engineers jurisdictional authority under the Clean Water Act to include all U.S. water bodies. ARTBA urged support for H.R. 1497, the Water QUality Protection and Job Creation Act of 2019.
ARTBA staff met with various congressional offices to urge inclusion of a long-term Highway Trust Fund revenue solution in any legislation with a tax title or as a stand-alone measure.
Filing targets: Army, Dept of (Corps of Engineers), Council on Environmental Quality (CEQ), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA), Office of Management & Budget (OMB), President of the U.S., SENATE, Small Business Administration (SBA), Transportation, Dept of (DOT), Treasury, Dept of, White House Office
ARTBA staff met with various congressional offices to urge inclusion of a long-term Highway Trust Fund revenue solution in any legislation with a tax title or as a stand-alone measure.
ARTBA staff met with House and Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration staff to discuss legislative reforms to the federal Hours of Service regulations. ARTBA maintains that transportation construction professionals should be exempt from the Hours of Service rules.
Urged opposition to expanding the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and Army Corps of Engineers (Corps) jurisdictional authority under the Clean Water Act to include all U.S. water bodies. Expressed support for President Trump's Executive Order directing the withdrawal of the 2015 "Waters of the United States" (WOTUS) rule. ARTBA signed on to a coalition letter urging the Great Lakes & Ohio River Division and Huntington District of the Corps to reconsider their recently enacted Stream and Wtland Valuation Metric.
ARTBA urged appropriators to provide the full amount for federal transportation programs authorized in the Fixing America's Surface Transportation Act plus additional supplemental infrastructure investments pursuant to the 2017 two-year budget deal. ARTBA urged appropriators to fully fund the United States Army Corps of Engineers navigation program. ARTBA urged completion of the FY 2019 Transportation, Housing and Urban Development and Related Agencies (THUD) Act in the House and Senate.
ARTBA staff advocated to House and Senate offices for reauthorization of federal aviation programs, an increase in airport infrastructure investment, and an increase in the Passenger Facilities Charge cap. ARTBA staff worked with House and Senate offices to ensure any effort to expand the Transportation Infrastructure Finance and Innovation Act to Airports as part of the Aviation Program Reauthorization was funded using revenue already ensured to other modes of transportation.
Filing targets: Army, Dept of (Corps of Engineers), Council on Environmental Quality (CEQ), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA), Office of Management & Budget (OMB), President of the U.S., SENATE, Small Business Administration (SBA), Transportation, Dept of (DOT), Treasury, Dept of, White House Office
ARTBA staff met with House and Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration staff to discuss legislative reforms to the federal Hours of Service regulations. ARTBA maintains that transportation construction professionals should be exempt from the Hours of Service rules.
Urged opposition to expanding the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and Army Corps of Engineers (Corps) jurisdictional authority under the Clean Water Act to include all U.S. water bodies. Expressed support for President Trump's Executive Order directing the withdrawal of the 2015 "Waters of the United States" (WOTUS) rule. ARTBA signed on to a coalition letter urging the Great Lakes & Ohio River Division and Huntington District of the Corps to reconsider their recently enacted Stream and Wtland Valuation Metric.
ARTBA staff met with various congressional offices to urge inclusion of a long-term Highway Trust Fund revenue solution in any legislation with a tax title or as a stand-alone measure.
ARTBA staff advocated to House and Senate offices for reauthorization of federal aviation programs, an increase in airport infrastructure investment, and an increase in the Passenger Facilities Charge cap. ARTBA staff worked with House and Senate offices to ensure any effort to expand the Transportation Infrastructure Finance and Innovation Act to Airports as part of the Aviation Program Reauthorization was funded using revenue already ensured to other modes of transportation.
ARTBA met with Department of Transportation officials to discuss regulatory reform priorities.
ARTBA urged appropriators to provide the full amount for federal transportation programs authorized in the Fixing America's Surface Transportation Act plus additional supplemental infrastructure investments pursuant to the 2017 two-year budget deal. ARTBA urged appropriators to fully fund the United States Army Corps of Engineers navigation program. ARTBA urged completion of the FY 2019 Transportation, Housing and Urban Development and Related Agencies (THUD) Act in the House and Senate.
Filing targets: Army, Dept of (Corps of Engineers), Council on Environmental Quality (CEQ), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA), Office of Management & Budget (OMB), President of the U.S., SENATE, Small Business Administration (SBA), Transportation, Dept of (DOT), Treasury, Dept of, White House Office
ARTBA urged appropriators to provide the full amount for federal transportation programs authorized in the Fixing America's Surface Transportation Act plus additional supplemental infrastructure investments pursuant to the 2017 two-year budget deal. ARTBA urged appropriators to fully fund the United States Army Corps of Engineers navigation program.
ARTBA staff advocated to House and Senate offices for reauthorization of federal aviation programs, an increase in airport infrastructure investment, and an increase in the Passenger Facilities Charge cap. ARTBA staff worked with House and Senate offices to ensure any effort to expand the Transportation Infrastructure Finance and Innovation Act to Airports as part of the Aviation Program Reauthorization was funded using revenue already ensured to other modes of transportation.
Urged opposition to expanding the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and Army Corps of Engineers (Corps) jurisdictional authority under the Clean Water Act to include all U.S. water bodies. Expressed support for President Trump's Executive Order directing the withdrawal of the 2015 "Waters of the United States" (WOTUS) rule. ARTBA signed on to a letter to the Senate Environment and Public Works Committee supporting S. 3303, "the Wter QUality Certification Improvement Act of 2018." The legislation aims to clarify permitting obligations under the Clean Water Act.
ARTBA sent a letter to Senator Barrasso (R-Wyo) thanking him for introducing the "Endangered Species Act Amendments of 2018." ARTBA staff also attended a meeting with Senate Environment and Public Works Committee staff to discuss the proposed legislation. The meeting contained representatives from multiple sectors (transportation, energy, and environment).
ARTBA staff met with members of Congress and Trump Administration officials to discuss myriad federal transportation issues, including the solvency of the Highway Trust Fund. ARTBA urged members of the House of Representatives to support the House amendment to S. 3021, the "America's Water Infrastructure Act of 2018," providing investment for U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' civil works projects. ARTBA staff participated in a panel discussion on the future of the national transportation system at a FHWA senior leadership meeting.
ARTBA staff met with House staff to discuss legislative reforms to the federal Hours of Service regulations. ARTBA maintains that transportation construction professionals should be exempt from the Hours of Service rules.
Urged the Department of Labor and Occupational Safety and Health Administration to extend the deadline for construction industry compliance with the new standard for exposure to crystalline silica. Urged the President to rescind Executive Order 13502 and replace it with Executive orders 13202 and 13208. This would prevent project labor agreements from being required on federal or federally assisted construction contracts.
Filing targets: Army, Dept of (Corps of Engineers), Council on Environmental Quality (CEQ), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Labor, Dept of (DOL), Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA), Office of Management & Budget (OMB), President of the U.S., SENATE, Small Business Administration (SBA), Transportation, Dept of (DOT), Treasury, Dept of, White House Office
ARTBA signed on to a coalition letter expressing support for legislation to require congressional approval of tariffs designated under Section 232 of the Trade Expansion Act of 1962 (S. 3013) and urge its consideration by the Senate in the near future. ARTBA also signed on to a coalition letter to express opposition to the recently imposed tariffs on steel and aluminum from our largest trading partners and allies, Canada, the European Union and Mexico.
ARTBA staff met with various congressional offices and Trump Administration officials to urge inclusion of a long-term Highway Trust Fund revenue solution in any legislation with a tax title or as a stand-alone measure.
Urged the Department of Labor and Occupational Safety and Health Administration to extend the deadline for construction industry compliance with the new standard for exposure to crystalline silica. Urged the President to rescind Executive Order 13502 and replace it with Executive orders 13202 and 13208. This would prevent project labor agreements from being required on federal or federally assisted construction contracts.
ARTBA staff advocated to House and Senate offices for reauthorization of federal aviation programs, an increase in airport infrastructure investment, and an increase in the Passenger Facilities Charge cap.
ARTBA staff met with members of Congress and Trump Administration officials to discuss myriad federal transportation issues, including the solvency of the Highway Trust Fund. ARTBA commended U.S. DOT for withdrawing a greenhouse gas tracking requirement in a MAP-21 performance measure aimed at freight movement and the congestion mitigation air quality program.
ARTBA met with Department of Transportation officials to discuss regulatory reform priorities. ARTBA thanked Senator John Cornyn (R-Tex) for introducing three pieces of legislation (S. 2586, S. 2587, and S. 2588) aimed at increasing the delegation of environmental regulatory programs to the state level. ARTBA urged members of the House of Representatives to cosponsor H.R. 2101, the Prior Approval Reform Act. The bill would repeal the Federal Election Commission's pripr approval requirement from corporate member trade association political action committees.
Urged opposition to expanding the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and Army Corps of Engineers (Corps) jurisdictional authority under the Clean Water Act to include all U.S. water bodies. Expressed support for President Trump's Executive Order directing the withdrawal of the 2015 "Waters of the United States" (WOTUS) rule.
Filing targets: Army, Dept of (Corps of Engineers), Council on Environmental Quality (CEQ), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Labor, Dept of (DOL), Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA), Office of Management & Budget (OMB), President of the U.S., SENATE, Small Business Administration (SBA), Transportation, Dept of (DOT), Treasury, Dept of, White House Office
Urged proper implementation of the Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) program. Discussed several larger DBE program issues, including the legal and regulatory limitations on prime contractors abilities to help grow DBE capacity as well as the disparity between the pool of certified DBE firms and those actually able to participate as subcontractors on federal-aid highway projects. Commended the Department of Transportation's withdrawal of a pilot program regarding geographic-based hiring on federal transportation construction projects and a proposed rule removing barrier to geographic-based hiring prferences.
ARTBA urged appropriators to provide the full amount for federal transportation programs authorized in the Fixing America's Surface Transportation Act. ARTBA urged appropriators to fully fund the United States Army Corps of Engineers navigation program.
ARTBA staff met with members of Congress and Trump Administration officials to discuss myriad federal transportation issues, including the solvency of the Highway Trust Fund. ARTBA objected to the inclusion of a greenhouse gas tracking requirement in a MAP-21 performance measure aimed at freight movement and the congestion mitigation air quality program.
Urged opposition to expanding the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and Army Corps of Engineers (Corps) jurisdictional authority under the Clean Water Act to include all U.S. water bodies. Expressed support for President Trump's Executive Order directing the withdrawal of the 2015 "Waters of the United States" (WOTUS) rule.
ARTBA met with Department of Transportation officials to discuss regulatory reform priorities.
ARTBA staff met with various congressional offices and Trump Administration officials to urge inclusion of a long-term Highway Trust Fund revenue solution in any tax reform or deficit reduction package or as a stand-alone measure.
Filing targets: Army, Dept of (Corps of Engineers), Council on Environmental Quality (CEQ), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Labor, Dept of (DOL), Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA), Office of Management & Budget (OMB), President of the U.S., SENATE, Small Business Administration (SBA), Transportation, Dept of (DOT), Treasury, Dept of, White House Office
ARTBA staff met with members of Congress and Trump Administration officials to discuss myriad federal transportation issues, including the solvency of the Highway Trust Fund. ARTBA objected to the inclusion of a greenhouse gas tracking requirement in a MAP-21 performance measure aimed at freight movement and the congestion mitigation air quality program.
ARTBA staff advocated to House and Senate offices for reauthorization of federal aviation programs, an increase in airport infrastructure investment, and an increase in the Passenger Facilities Charge.
Urged opposition to expanding the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and Army Corps of Engineers (Corps) jurisdictional authority under the Clean Water Act to include all U.S. water bodies. Expressed support for President Trump's Executive Order directing the withdrawal of the 2015 "Waters of the United States" (WOTUS) rule.
Urged proper implementation of the Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) program. Discussed several larger DBE program issues, including the legal and regulatory limitations on prime contractors abilities to help grow DBE capacity as well as the disparity between the pool of certified DBE firms and those actually able to participate as subcontractors on federal-aid highway projects. Commended the Department of Transportation's withdrawal of a pilot program regarding geographic-based hiring on federal transportation construction projects and a proposed rule removing barrier to geographic-based hiring prferences.
Urged the Department of Labor and Occupational Safety and Health Administration to extend the deadline for construction industry compliance with the new standard for exposure to crystalline silica.
Sent members of Congress and Administration officials a document outlining ARTBA's priorities for regulatory reform entitled "Ripe for Reform: Federal Regulatory Issues Impacting Transportation Project Delivery" Met with Department of Transportation officials to discuss regulatory reform priorities. Urged the House and Senate to preserve language in Section 630 of the House Financial Services and General Government appropriations bill (one of the eight spending bills in H.R. 3354)defunding enforcement of the Federal Election Commission's "prior approval" requirement for trade association Political Action Committees. Supported H.R. 2101, the "Prior Approval Reform Act" which would repeal the Federal Election Commission's "prior approval" requirement for trade association Political Action Committees.
Filing targets: Army, Dept of (Corps of Engineers), Council on Environmental Quality (CEQ), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, Federal Railroad Administration, HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Labor, Dept of (DOL), Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA), Office of Management & Budget (OMB), President of the U.S., SENATE, Small Business Administration (SBA), Transportation, Dept of (DOT), Treasury, Dept of, White House Office
ARTBA staff met with various congressional offices to urge inclusion of a long-term Highway Trust Fund revenue solution in any tax reform or deficit reduction package or as a stand-alone measure.
ARTBA urged appropriators to provide the full amount for federal transportation programs authorized in the Fixing America's Surface Transportation Act. ARTBA urged appropriators to fully fund the United States Army Corps of Engineers navigation program. ARTBA supported a provision in H.R. 3353/S. 1665, the FY 2018 Transportation, Housing and Urban Development, and Related Agencies Act allowing airports to increase their Passenger Facility Charges (PFCs). ARTBA also supported a provision in the same legislation increasing Airport Improvement Program investment. ARTBA also opposed efforts to remove the PFC increase from the legislation. ARTBA supported Amendment #35 to H.R. 3354, the Make America Secure and Prosperous Appropriations Act of 2018 which would have delayed the implementation of electronic logging device (ELD) regulations by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA). ARTBA also supported Amendment #44 to the same legislation which would have prohibited funds from being used to implement the Occupational Health and Safety Administration's (OSHA)final rule on exposure to crystalline silica.
Urged opposition to expanding the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and Army Corps of Engineers (Corps) jurisdictional authority under the Clean Water Act to include all U.S. water bodies. Expressed support for President Trump's Executive Order directing the withdrawal of the 2015 "Waters of the United States" (WOTUS) rule. Expressed support for H.R. 3117/S.1512, the "Transparency and Honesty in Energy Regulations Act" (THERA) which would prohibit the "social cost of carbon," "social cost of methane," and :social cost of nitrous oxide" from being used in future agency rulemakings.
Sent members of Congress and Administration officials a document outlining ARTBA's priorities for regulatory reform entitled "Ripe for Reform: Federal Regulatory Issues Impacting Transportation Project Delivery" Met with Department of Transportation officials to discuss regulatory reform priorities.
Urged proper implementation of the Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) program. Discussed several larger DBE program issues, including the legal and regulatory limitations on prime contractors abilities to help grow DBE capacity as well as the disparity between the pool of certified DBE firms and those actually able to participate as subcontractors on federal-aid highway projects. Objected to the Department of Transportation's (DOT) pilot program regarding geographic-based hiring on federal transportation construction projects. Objected to DOT proposed rule removing barrier to geographic-based hiring prferences.
Filing targets: Army, Dept of (Corps of Engineers), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Labor, Dept of (DOL), Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA), Office of Management & Budget (OMB), President of the U.S., SENATE, Small Business Administration (SBA), Transportation, Dept of (DOT), Treasury, Dept of, White House Office
Urged proper implementation of the Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) program. Discussed several larger DBE program issues, including the legal and regulatory limitations on prime contractors abilities to help grow DBE capacity as well as the disparity between the pool of certified DBE firms and those actually able to participate as subcontractors on federal-aid highway projects. Objected to the Department of Transportation's (DOT) pilot program regarding geographic-based hiring on federal transportation construction projects. Objected to DOT proposed rule removing barrier to geographic-based hiring prferences.
ARTBA staff met with members of Congress to discuss myriad federal transportation issues, including the solvency of the Highway Trust Fund. ARTBA urged members of the House and Senate to fully fund the United States Army Corps of Engineers navigation program for FY 2017. ARTBA urged the House of Representatives and Senate to pass a FY2017 Energy and Water Development, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act to fund the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers navigation program. ARTBA objected to the inclusion of a greenhouse gas tracking requirement in a MAP-21 performance measure aimed at freight movement and the congestion mitigation air quality program.
Sent members of Congress and Administration officials a document outlining ARTBA's priorities for regulatory reform entitled "Ripe for Reform: Federal Regulatory Issues Impacting Transportation Project Delivery" Urged passage of H.R. 33/S. 584, the "Small Business Regulatory Flexibility Improvements Act," which would require greater consideration of regulatory impacts on small businesses. Asked members of the House of Representatives to cosponsor H.R. 2101, the "Prior Approval Reform Act." The legislation would repeal prior approval requirements for trade association political action committees.
Urged opposition to expanding the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and Army Corps of Engineers (Corps) jurisdictional authority under the Clean Water Act to include all U.S. water bodies. Expressed support for President Trump's Executive Order directing the withdrawal of the 2015 "Waters of the United States" (WOTUS) rule. Urged Congressional opposition to the EPA's proposal to tighten federal ozone standards
ARTBA urged appropriators to provide the full amount for federal transportation programs authorized in the Fixing America's Surface Transportation Act. ARTBA urged appropriators to fully fund the United States Army Corps of Engineers navigation program.
Filing targets: Army, Dept of (Corps of Engineers), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Labor, Dept of (DOL), Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA), Office of Management & Budget (OMB), President of the U.S., SENATE, Small Business Administration (SBA), Transportation, Dept of (DOT), Treasury, Dept of, White House Office
Urged proper implementation of the Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) program. Discussed several larger DBE program issues, including the legal and regulatory limitations on prime contractors abilities to help grow DBE capacity as well as the disparity between the pool of certified DBE firms and those actually able to participate as subcontractors on federal-aid highway projects. Objected to the Department of Transportation's (DOT) pilot program regarding geographic-based hiring on federal transportation construction projects. Objected to DOT proposed rule removing barrier to geographic-based hiring prferences.
ARTBA urged the House and Senate to pass a Congressional Review Act joint resolution of disapproval to invalidate the prior administration's Occupational Safety and Health Administration's regulation overturning the Volks rule concerning the statute of limitations for recordkeeping violations. Urged the Department of Labor and Occupational Safety and Health Administration to extend the deadline for construction industry compliance with the new standard for exposure to crystalline silica. Urged passage of S.622/H.R. 1552, the "Fair and Open Competition Act" which would remove the requirement for mandatory project labor agreements on federal and federal-aid projects.
ARTBA urged appropriators to provide the full amount for federal transportation programs authorized in the Fixing America's Surface Transportation Act.
ARTBA staff advocated to House and Senate offices for reauthorization of federal aviation programs, an increase in airport infrastructure investment, and an increase in the Passenger Facilities Charge.
Urged opposition to expanding the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and Army Corps of Engineers (Corps) jurisdictional authority under the Clean Water Act to include all U.S. water bodies Urged Congressional opposition to the EPA's proposal to tighten federal ozone standards
ARTBA staff met with various congressional offices to urge inclusion of a long-term Highway Trust Fund revenue solution in any tax reform or deficit reduction package or as a stand-alone measure. ARTBA urged Congress to address a shortfall to the Highway Trust Fund as a part of any comprehensive tax reform package.
Filing targets: Army, Dept of (Corps of Engineers), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Labor, Dept of (DOL), Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA), Office of Management & Budget (OMB), President of the U.S., SENATE, Small Business Administration (SBA), Transportation, Dept of (DOT)
ARTBA staff continued meeting with members of Congress to discuss myriad federal transportation issues, including the solvency of the Highway Trust Fund. ARTBA urged members of the House and Senate to fully fund the United States Army Corps of Engineers navigation program for FY 2017. ARTBA urged Congress to increase the Private Activity Bond volume cap. ARTBA expressed support for the Water Infrastructure Improvements for the Nation (WIIN) Act, specifically singled out funding for harbor maintenance programs as a priority. ARTBA met with the Office of Management and Budget to express concerns over the inclusion of a greenhouse gas tracking component in the latest performance measure issued by the Federal Highway Administration pursuant to the "Moving Ahead for Progress in the 21st Century" (MAP-21) surface transportation reauthorization law. ARTBA expressed support for the following pieces of legislation aimed at increasing opportunities for public private partnerships: H.R. 5361/S. 3177 (the Public Buildings Renewal Act of 2016), H.R. 499/S.2606 (the Sustainable Water Infrastructure Investment Act of 2016) and H.R. 6085 (to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to increase the national limitation amount for qualified highway or surface freight transfer facility bonds.)
ARTBA expressed concerns over the Obama Administrations decisions regarding the Dakota Access pipeline project. In a letter to the Secretaries of the Interior and the United States Army as well as the Attorney General of the United States, the groups questioned the federal governments decision to cease construction on the Dakota Access pipeline project.
Urged United States Environmental Protection Agency officials not to regulate coal ash as a "hazardous" waste, which could make concrete more costly and less durable, thus increasing costs and the environmental impact of vital transportation improvement projects.
ARTBA urged Appropriators to provide the full amount for federal transportation programs authorized in the Fixing America's Surface Transportation Act. ARTBA supported language in the House and Senate Transportation, Housing and Urban Development appropriations bills which would have ensured a DOT pilot program aimed at local hiring would not unduly restrict competition.
ARTBA staff advocated to House and Senate offices for reauthorization of federal aviation programs, an increase in airport infrastructure investment, and an increase in the Passenger Facility Charge.
ARTBA staff and members met with senior officials at the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) to discuss implementation of the Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) program. The group discussed several larger DBE program issues including the legal and regulatory limitations on prime contractors' abilities to help grow DBE capacity as well as the disparity between the pool of certified DBE firms and those actually able to participate as subcontractors on federal-aid highway projects. ARTBA staff and members also met with DOT officials to discuss DOT's recently proposed pilot program regarding geographic-based hiring on federal transportation construction projects.
Filing targets: Army, Dept of (Corps of Engineers), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Interior, Dept of (DOI), Justice, Dept of (DOJ), Office of Management & Budget (OMB), President of the U.S., SENATE, Small Business Administration (SBA), Transportation, Dept of (DOT)
ARTBA staff have met with congressional offices to urge inclusion of a long-term Highway Trust Fund revenue solution in any tax reform or deficit reduction package or a stand-alone measure. ARTBA opposed H.Con.Res. 112, disapproving of a $10.25 per barrel oil tax. ARTBA urged Congress to address a shortfall to the Highway Trust Fund as a part of any comprehensive tax reform package.
ARTBA urged Appropriators to provide the full amount for federal transportation programs authorized in the Fixing America's Surface Transportation Act. ARTBA supported language in the House and Senate Transportation, Housing and Urban Development appropriations bills which would have ensured a DOT pilot program aimed at local hiring would not unduly restrict competition. ARTBA supported language in S. 2844, the Senate Transportation, Housing and Urban Development Appropriations bill, requiring the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration to conduct a study demonstrating the safety benefits of the restart provisions of the agency's "Hours of Service" regulations before those provisions can be enacted.
Urged opposition to expanding the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and Army Corps of Engineers (Corps) jurisdictional authority under the Clean Water Act to include all U.S. water bodies. Urged Congressional opposition to the United States Environmental Protection Agency's proposal to tighten federal ozone standards under the Clean Air Act. Urged passage of H.R. 4775, the "Ozone Standards Improvement Act" of 2016, which would allow for more flexibility in meeting federal Clean Air Act standards.
ARTBA supported reauthorization of the Perkins Act, which provides funding for career and technical education programs. ARTBA supported passage of H.R. 5587, the "Strengthening Career and Technical Education for the 21st Century" Act.
Urged United States Environmental Protection Agency officials not to regulate coal ash as a "hazardous" waste, which could make concrete more costly and less durable, thus increasing costs and the environmental impact of vital transportation improvement projects.
ARTBA staff advocated to House and Senate offices for reauthorization of federal aviation programs, an increase in airport infrastructure investment, and an increase in the Passenger Facility Charge.
Filing targets: Army, Dept of (Corps of Engineers), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Office of Management & Budget (OMB), President of the U.S., SENATE, Small Business Administration (SBA), Transportation, Dept of (DOT)
ARTBA supported reauthorization of the Perkins Act, which provides funding for career and technical education programs.
Urged opposition to expanding the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and Army Corps of Engineers (Corps) jurisdictional authority under the Clean Water Act to include all U.S. water bodies. Urged Congressional opposition to the United States Environmental Protection Agency's proposal to tighten federal ozone standards under the Clean Air Act. Urged passage of H.R. 4775, the "Ozone Standards Improvement Act" of 2016, which would allow for more flexibility in meeting federal Clean Air Act standards.
ARTBA urged Appropriators to provide the full amount for federal transportation programs authorized in the Fixing America's Surface Transportation Act. ARTBA supported language in the House and Senate Transportation, Housing and Urban Development appropriations bills which would have ensured a DOT pilot program aimed at local hiring would not unduly restrict competition. ARTBA supported language in S. 2844, the Senate Transportation, Housing and Urban Development Appropriations bill, requiring the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration to conduct a study demonstrating the safety benefits of the restart provisions of the agency's "Hours of Service" regulations before those provisions can be enacted.
ARTBA staff continued meeting with members of Congress to discuss myriad federal transportation issues, including the solvency of the Highway Trust Fund. ARTBA urged members of the House and Senate to fully fund the United States Army Corps of Engineers navigation program for FY 2017. ARTBA supported passage of H.R. 636, the Federal Aviation Administration Reauthorization Act of 2016. ARTBA supported amendment 3562 to H.R. 636 creating an infrastructure financing authority. ARTBA urged Congress to increase the Private Activity Bond volume cap. ARTBA urged the Senate to pass S. 2848, the "Water Resources Development Act of 2016."
Urged United States Environmental Protection Agency officials not to regulate coal ash as a "hazardous" waste, which could make concrete more costly and less durable, thus increasing costs and the environmental impact of vital transportation improvement projects.
Filing targets: Army, Dept of (Corps of Engineers), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Office of Management & Budget (OMB), President of the U.S., SENATE, Small Business Administration (SBA), Transportation, Dept of (DOT)
Urged United States Environmental Protection Agency officials not to regulate coal ash as a "hazardous" waste, which could make concrete more costly and less durable, thus increasing costs and the environmental impact of vital transportation improvement projects.
ARTBA urged Appropriators to provide the full amount for federal transportation programs authorized in the Moving Ahead for Progress in the 21st Century Act. ARTBA supported language in the House and Senate Transportation, Housing and Urban Development Appropriations bills which would have ensured a DOT pilot program aimed at local hiring did not unduly restrict competition. ARTBA supported language in the House and Senate Transportation, Housing and Urban Development Appropriations bills requiring the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration to conduct a study demonstrating the safety benefits of the restart provisions of the agency's "Hours of Service" regulations before those provisions can be enacted.
ARTBA staff advocated to House and Senate offices for reauthorization of federal aviation programs, an increase in airport infrastructure investment, and an increase in the Passenger Facility Charge.
ARTBA staff continued meeting with members of Congress to discuss myriad federal transportation issues, including the solvency of the Highway Trust Fund. ARTBA urged members of the House and Senate to fully fund the United States Army Corps of Engineers navigation program for FY 2017.
Filing targets: Army, Dept of (Corps of Engineers), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Office of Management & Budget (OMB), President of the U.S., SENATE, Small Business Administration (SBA), Transportation, Dept of (DOT)
Urged United States Environmental Protection Agency officials not to regulate coal ash as a "hazardous" waste, which could make concrete more costly and less durable, thus increasing costs and the environmental impact of vital transportation improvement projects.
ARTBA urged Appropriators to provide the full amount for federal transportation programs authorized in the Moving Ahead for Progress in the 21st Century Act. ARTBA supported language in the House and Senate Transportation, Housing and Urban Development Appropriations bills which would have ensured a DOT pilot program aimed at local hiring did not unduly restrict competition. ARTBA supported language in the House and Senate Transportation, Housing and Urban Development Appropriations bills requiring the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration to conduct a study demonstrating the safety benefits of the restart provisions of the agency's "Hours of Service" regulations before those provisions can be enacted.
ARTBA staff have met with congressional offices to urge inclusion of a long-term Highway Trust Fund revenue solution in any tax reform or deficit reduction package or a stand-alone measure. ARTBA urged Congress to reinstate 50 percent bonus depreciation and higher Sec. 179 expensing levels.
ARTBA supported H.R. 702, legislation aimed at ending obsolete restrictions on crude oil exports.
Urged opposition to expanding the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and Army Corps of Engineers (Corps) jurisdictional authority under the Clean Water Act. Supported passage of S. 1140, the "Federal Water Quality Protection Act" which would have repealed the EPA/Corps "Waters of the United States" rule. Urged Congress to find a solution to the "Waters of the United States" issue after S. 1140 failed to reach the necessary vote threshold for cloture. Urged Congressional opposition to the United States Environmental Protection Agency's proposal to tighten federal ozone standards under the Clean Air Act.
Filing targets: Army, Dept of (Corps of Engineers), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Office of Management & Budget (OMB), President of the U.S., SENATE, Small Business Administration (SBA), Transportation, Dept of (DOT)
ARTBA staff have met with congressional offices to urge inclusion of a long-term Highway Trust Fund revenue solution in any tax reform or deficit reduction package or a stand-alone measure.
Urged United States Environmental Protection Agency officials not to regulate coal ash as a "hazardous" waste, which could make concrete more costly and less durable, thus increasing costs and the environmental impact of vital transportation improvement projects.
Urged opposition to expanding the United States Environmental Protection Agency and Army Corps of Engineers jurisdictional authority under the Clean Water Act. Urged opposition to the United States Environmental Protection Agency's proposal to tighten federal ozone standards under the Clean Air Act.
ARTBA urged Appropriators to provide the full amount for federal transportation programs authorized in the Moving Ahead for Progress in the 21st Century Act. ARTBA supported language in the House and Senate Transportation, Housing and Urban Development Appropriations bills which would have ensured a DOT pilot program aimed at local hiring did not unduly restrict competition.
ARTBA staff advocated to House and Senate offices for reauthorization of federal aviation programs, an increase in airport infrastructure investment, and an increase in the Passenger Facility Charge.
Filing targets: Army, Dept of (Corps of Engineers), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Office of Management & Budget (OMB), President of the U.S., SENATE, Small Business Administration (SBA), Transportation, Dept of (DOT)
ARTBA staff advocated to House and Senate offices for reauthorization of federal aviation programs, an increase in airport infrastructure investment, and an increase in the Passenger Facility Charge.
Urged opposition to expanding the United States Environmental Protection Agency and Army Corps of Engineers jurisdictional authority under the Clean Water Act. ARTBA urged support for H.R. 1732, the "Regulatory Integrity Protection Act" and S. 1140, the "Federal Water Quality Protection Act." Both measures would require EPA and the Corps to withdraw their "Waters of the United States" regulation.
ARTBA staff have met with congressional offices to urge inclusion of a long-term Highway Trust Fund revenue solution in any tax reform or deficit reduction package or a stand-alone measure.
ARTBA urged Appropriators to provide the full amount for federal transportation programs authorized in the Moving Ahead for Progress in the 21st Century Act. ARTBA urged Appropriators to support Section 132 of the 2016 Transportation, Housing and Urban Development Appropriations bill. This language would enact ARTBA-supported modifications to federal Hours of Service (HOS) rules for drivers. ARTBA urged Senate Appropriators to fully fund the President's 2016 budget request for the "Transportation Investment Generating Economic Recovery" (TIGER) program. ARTBA supported language in the House and Senate Transportation, Housing and Urban Development Appropriations bills which would have ensured a DOT pilot program aimed at local hiring did not unduly restrict competition.
Filing targets: Army, Dept of (Corps of Engineers), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Office of Management & Budget (OMB), President of the U.S., SENATE, Small Business Administration (SBA), Transportation, Dept of (DOT)
ARTBA urged Appropriators to provide the full amount for federal transportation programs authorized in the Moving Ahead for Progress in the 21st Century Act. ARTBA objected to provisions in the White Houses FY 2016 budget proposal that seek to end the long-standing tax exempt status of municipal bond interest. The long-standing tax exemption has used effectively to finance significant portions of the nations infrastructure.
ARTBA staff continued meeting with members of Congress to discuss Myriad federal transportation issues, including the reauthorization of the Moving Ahead for Progress in the 21st Century Act within the term of the current Congress and the solvency of the Highway Trust Fund ARTBA wrote to congressional leaders urging passage of H.R. 3 and S.1, legislation approving construction of the Keystone XL Pipeline Project. ARTBA urged members of the House and Senate to fully fund the Water Resources Reform and Development Act of 2014.
Filing targets: Army, Dept of (Corps of Engineers), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Office of Management & Budget (OMB), President of the U.S., SENATE, Small Business Administration (SBA), Transportation, Dept of (DOT)
Urged members of the House and Senate to fully fund theWater Resources Reform and Development Act of 2014.
Filing targets: Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Office of Management & Budget (OMB), SENATE, Small Business Administration (SBA), State, Dept of (DOS), Transportation, Dept of (DOT)
ARTBA staff continued meeting with members of Congress to discuss myriad federal transportation issues, including the reauthorization of the Moving Ahead for Progress in the 21st Century Act within the term of the current Congress and the solvency of the Highway Trust Fund.
Filing targets: Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Office of Management & Budget (OMB), SENATE, Small Business Administration (SBA), State, Dept of (DOS), Transportation, Dept of (DOT)
ARTBA urged all Members of Congress to support the targeted truck weight provisions included in Section 125 of the Fiscal Year (FY) 2015 Transportation-Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Appropriations Act (H.R. 4745).
ARTBA staff have met with congressional offices to urge inclusion of a long-term Highway Trust Fund revenue solution in any tax reform or deficit reduction package or a stand-alone measure in 2014.
Filing targets: Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Office of Management & Budget (OMB), SENATE, Small Business Administration (SBA), Transportation, Dept of (DOT)
Urged opposition to expanding the EPA and Army Corps of Engineers jurisidional authority under the Clean Water Act.
Filing targets: Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Office of Management & Budget (OMB), SENATE, Small Business Administration (SBA), Transportation, Dept of (DOT)
Transportation Project Capitol Funding, Tax Treatment of Motor Fuels, Mobile Machinery, Environmental Review/Transportation Projects, Contractor Liability Issues, 3% Withholding, Transportation Approriations and Budget Issues, Reauthorization of the Surface Transportation Bill, Highway Trust Fund Solvency, Transportation Project Delivery, Transportation Funding
Transportation Project Capitol Funding, Tax Treatment of Motor Fuels, Mobile Machinery, Environmental Review/Transportation Projects, Contractor Liability Issues, 3% Withholding, Transportation Approriations and Budget Issues, Reauthorization of the Surface Transportation Bill, Highway Trust Fund Solvency, Transportation Project Delivery, Transportation Funding
Transportation Project Capitol Funding, Tax Treatment of Motor Fuels, Mobile Machinery, Environmental Review/Transportation Projects, Contractor Liability Issues, 3% Withholding, Transportation Approriations and Budget Issues, Reauthorization of the Surface Transportation Bill, Highway Trust Fund Solvency, Transportation Project Delivery, Transportation Funding
Transportation Project Capitol Funding, Tax Treatment of Motor Fuels, Mobile Machinery, Environmental Review/Transportation Projects, Contractor Liability Issues, 3% Withholding, Transportation Approriations and Budget Issues, Reauthorization of the Surface Transportation Bill, Highway Trust Fund Solvency, Transportation Project Delivery, Transportation Funding
Transportation Project Capitol Funding, Tax Treatment of Motor Fuels, Mobile Machinery, Environmental Review/Transportation Projects, Contractor Liability Issues, 3% Withholding, Transportation Approriations and Budget Issues, Reauthorization of the Surface Transportation Bill, Highway Trust Fund Solvency, Transportation Project Delivery, Transportation Funding
Transportation Project Capitol Funding, Tax Treatment of Motor Fuels, Mobile Machinery, Environmental Review/Transportation Projects, Contractor Liability Issues, 3% Withholding, Transportation Approriations and Budget Issues, Reauthorization of the Surface Transportation Bill, Highway Trust Fund Solvency, Transportation Project Delivery, Transportation Funding
Transportation Project Capitol Funding, Tax Treatment of Motor Fuels, Mobile Machinery, Environmental Review/Transportation Projects, Contractor Liability Issues, 3% Withholding, Transportation Approriations and Budget Issues, Reauthorization of the Surface Transportation Bill, Highway Trust Fund Solvency, Transportation Project Delivery, Transportation Funding
ARTBA and industry colleagues expressed support for H.R. 2542, the Regulatory Flexibility Improvements Act of 2013 in a July 30th letter to all House members.
Urged members of Congress to clarify the definition of "asbestos" in proposed legislation seeking to ban all asbestos materials.
Urged appropriators to provide the full amount for federal transportation programs authorized in the Moving Ahead for Progress in the 21st Century Act.
Urges support for S. 601, the Water Resources Development Act of 2013 and H.R. 3080, the Water Resources Reform and Development Act of 2013; Met with Representative John Delaney (D-Md.) to discuss H.R. 2084, the "Partnership to Build America" Act. Also met with staff for Senator Mark Warner (D-Va.) regarding infrastructure bank proposals and supported a proposal by Senators Ron Wyden (D-Ore.) and John Hoeven (R-S.D.) to enact TRIP bonds legislation; met with newly elected members of Congress to discuss myriad federal transportation issues, including the reauthorization of the Moving Ahead for Progress in the 21st Century Act within the term of the current Congress and the solvency of the Highway Trust Fund; met with officials from U.S. Department of Transportation to discuss the implementation of H.R. 4348, the Moving Ahead for Progress in the 21st Century Act;
Urged opposition to expanding the EPA and Army Corps of Engineers jurisdictional authority under the Clean Water Act
Filing targets: Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Federal Highway Administration (FHA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Office of Management & Budget (OMB), SENATE, Small Business Administration (SBA), Transportation, Dept of (DOT)
Urged members of Congress to clarify the definition of "asbestos" in proposed legislation seeking to ban all asbestos materials.
Urged appropriators to provide the full amount for federal transportation programs authorized in the Moving Ahead for Progress in the 21st Century Act.
Filing targets: Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Federal Highway Administration (FHA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Office of Management & Budget (OMB), SENATE, Small Business Administration (SBA), Transportation, Dept of (DOT)
ARTBA staff have met with congressional offices to urge inclusion of a long-term Highway Trust Fund revenue solution in any tax reform or deficit reduction package in 2013.
ARTBA wrote all senators May 13 emphasizing the importance of an efficient and dependable employment verification system for U.S. employers and expanding temporary visas for all classes of future foreign workers. ARTBA urged senators to modify S. 744, legislation to reform the nation's immigration system, to ensure the construction industry would be allowed to fully participate in a proposed new guest worker program--the bill currently singles out the industry for minimal participation in this program.
Urged appropriators to provide the full amount for federal transportation programs authorized in the Moving Ahead for Progress in the 21st Century Act.
Filing targets: Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Federal Highway Administration (FHA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Office of Management & Budget (OMB), SENATE, Small Business Administration (SBA), Transportation, Dept of (DOT)
Supported continued implementation of H.R. 1, the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA) of 2009. Promoted job-creating benefits of infrastructure investments. Provided Congressional offices and members of the Administration with updates on ARRA project progress.
Urged members of Congress to clarify the definition of "asbestos" in proposed legislation seeking to ban all asbestos materials.
ARTBA staff have met with congressional offices to urge inclusion of a long-term Highway Trust Fund revenue solution in any tax reform or deficit reduction package in 2013.
Urged opposition to expanding the EPA and Army Corps of Engineers' Clean Water Act authority to regulate U.S. wetlands. Supported S. 2245, the "Preserve the Waters of the United States Act," and similarly named H.R. 4965 in the House.
Filing targets: Army, Dept of (Corps of Engineers), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Federal Highway Administration (FHA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Office of Management & Budget (OMB), President of the U.S., SENATE, Small Business Administration (SBA), State, Dept of (DOS), Transportation, Dept of (DOT)
Supported continued implementation of H.R. 1, the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA) of 2009. Promoted job-creating benefits of infrastructure investments. Provided Congressional offices and members of the Administration with updates on ARRA project progress.
ARTBA, along with 16 other trade associations, urged President Obama and U.S. Secretary of State Hillary Clinton December 13 to approve the permit application for the construction of a new international trade crossing between Detroit, Mich., and Windsor, Ontario.
Urged members of Congress to clarify the definition of "asbestos" in proposed legislation seeking to ban all asbestos materials.
ARTBA staff have met with Congressional Offices to urge inclusion of a long-term Highway Trust Fund revenue solution in any tax reform or deficit reduction package in 2013. Wrote January 4 letter to President Obama to same effect.
Filing targets: Army, Dept of (Corps of Engineers), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Federal Highway Administration (FHA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Office of Management & Budget (OMB), President of the U.S., SENATE, Small Business Administration (SBA), State, Dept of (DOS), Transportation, Dept of (DOT)
ARTBA staff have met with Congressional Offices to urge inclusion of a long-term Highway Trust Fund revenue solution in any tax reform or deficit reduction package in 2013.
ARTBA, along with 16 other trade associations, urged President Obama and U.S. Secretary of State Hillary Clinton December 13 to approve the permit application for the construction of a new international trade crossing between Detroit, Mich., and Windsor, Ontario.
Supported continued implementation of H.R. 1, the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA) of 2009. Promoted job-creating benefits of infrastructure investments. Provided Congressional offices and members of the Administration with updates on ARRA project progress.
Met November 30 with officials from U.S. Department of Transportation to discuss the implementation of H.R. 4348, the Moving Ahead for Progress in the 21st Century Act. Major topics covered were the new law's freight, performance process, and environmental streamlining process.
Filing targets: Army, Dept of (Corps of Engineers), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Office of Management & Budget (OMB), President of the U.S., SENATE, Small Business Administration (SBA), State, Dept of (DOS), Transportation, Dept of (DOT)
Met November 30 with officials from U.S. Department of Transportation to discuss the implementation of H.R. 4348, the Moving Ahead for Progress in the 21st Century Act. Major topics covered were the new law's freight, performance process, and environmental streamlining process.
Urged appropriators to provide the full amount for federal transportation programs authorized in the Moving Ahead for Progress in the 21st Century Act.
ARTBA staff have met with Congressional Offices to urge inclusion of a long-term Highway Trust Fund revenue solution in any tax reform or deficit reduction package in 2013.
Supported continued implementation of H.R. 1, the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA) of 2009. Promoted job-creating benefits of infrastructure investments. Provided Congressional offices and members of the Administration with updates on ARRA project progress.
Filing targets: Army, Dept of (Corps of Engineers), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Office of Management & Budget (OMB), President of the U.S., SENATE, Small Business Administration (SBA), State, Dept of (DOS), Transportation, Dept of (DOT)
ARTBA 2012 Chairman Paul Yarossi told members of a House Oversight and Government Reform Committee July 19 regulatory inefficiencies and investment cuts enacted in MAP-21 could undermine the act's significant policy reforms. Specifically, Yarossi provided recommendations on hours of service regulations, the EPA's proposed expansion of the federal Clean Water Act and the potential designation of coal ash as a hazardous material, all of which could delay or inflate the cost of transportation improvements.
Urged members of Congress to clarify the definition of "asbestos" in proposed legislation seeking to ban all asbestos materials.
Filing targets: Army, Dept of (Corps of Engineers), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Office of Management & Budget (OMB), President of the U.S., SENATE, Small Business Administration (SBA), Transportation, Dept of (DOT), Vice President of the U.S., White House Office
Supported continued implementation of H.R. 1, the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA) of 2009. Promoted job-creating benefits of infrastructure investments. Provided Congressional offices and members of the Administration with updates on ARRA project progress.
Urged members of Congress to clarify the definition of "asbestos" in proposed legislation seeking to ban all asbestos materials.
Filing targets: Army, Dept of (Corps of Engineers), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Federal Transit Administration (FTA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Office of Management & Budget (OMB), President of the U.S., SENATE, Small Business Administration (SBA), Transportation, Dept of (DOT), Vice President of the U.S.
Opposed cuts to transportation programs in the FY 2013 Appropriations process.
Urged opposition to expanding the EPA and Army Corps of Engineers' Clean Water Act authority to regulate U.S. wetlands. Met with Small Business Administration staff on this issue. Supported S. 2245, the "Preserve the Waters of the United States Act," and encouraged similar legislation be introduced in the House.
Supported H.R. 658 and S. 223, legislation to reauthorize the federal aviation programs. Lobbied for increased airport infrastructure investment through raising the passenger facility charge and increased funding for the Airport Improvement Program. Supported temporary extensions of the federal aviation programs while also advocating for a multi-year reauthorization.
Supported continued implementation of H.R. 1, the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA) of 2009. Promoted job-creating benefits of infrastructure investments. Provided Congressional offices and members of the Administration with updates on ARRA project progress.
Urged members of Congress to clarify the definition of "asbestos" in proposed legislation seeking to ban all asbestos materials.
Filing targets: Army, Dept of (Corps of Engineers), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Office of Management & Budget (OMB), President of the U.S., SENATE, Small Business Administration (SBA), Transportation, Dept of (DOT), Vice President of the U.S.
Urged opposition to expanding the EPA and Army Corps of Engineers' Clean Water Act authority to regulate U.S. wetlands. Met with Small Business Administration staff on this issue.
Supported efforts to repeal a requirement that all levels of government withhold three percent of payments to contractors for goods and services. Urged House Ways and Means Committee and Senate Finance Committee to generate new revenues for the Highway Trust Fund and for the Airport and Airway Trust Fund, development of new freight based user fees, and eventual transition to a vehicle miles traveled user fee system to finance federal aid transportation infrastructure investments
Opposed cuts to transportation programs in the FY 2012 Appropriations process.
Supported continued implementation of H.R. 1, the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA) of 2009. Promoted job-creating benefits of infrastructure investments. Provided Congressional offices and members of the Administration with updates on ARRA project progress.
Urged members of Congress to clarify the definition of "asbestos" in proposed legislation seeking to ban all asbestos materials.
Filing targets: Army, Dept of (Corps of Engineers), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Office of Management & Budget (OMB), President of the U.S., SENATE, Small Business Administration (SBA), Transportation, Dept of (DOT), Vice President of the U.S.
Urged opposition to expanding the Army Corps of Engineers' Clean Water Act authority to regulate U.S. wetlands.
Opposed cuts to transportation programs in the FY 2012 Appropriations process. Wrote President, Vice President, and Congressional Leaders advocating any negotiations regarding long-term deficit agreements not cut transportation investment as it is vital to growing the nation's economy in the short- and long-terms.
Supported continued implementation of H.R. 1, the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA) of 2009. Promoted job-creating benefits of infrastructure investments. Provided Congressional offices and members of the Administration with updates on ARRA project progress.
Supported H.R. 658 and S. 223, legislation to reauthorize the federal aviation programs. Lobbied for increased airport infrastructure investment through raising the passenger facility charge and increased funding for the Airport Improvement Program. Supported temporary extensions of the federal aviation programs while also advocating for a multi-year reauthorization.
Provided specific recommendations to members of Congress and the executive branch for the reauthorization of the federal highway and public transportation programs (no legislation introduced). Recommendations include increasing investment, creating a new federal freight program and reforming the environmental review and approval process for transportation projects.
Filing targets: Army, Dept of (Corps of Engineers), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Office of Management & Budget (OMB), President of the U.S., SENATE, Transportation, Dept of (DOT), Vice President of the U.S.
Urged opposition to expanding the Army Corps of Engineers' Clean Water Act authority to regulate U.S. wetlands.
Supported efforts to repeal a requirement that all levels of government withhold three percent of payments to contractors for goods and services. Urged House Ways and Means Committee and Senate Finance Committee to generate new revenues for the Highway Trust Fund and for the Airport and Airway Trust Fund, development of new freight based user fees, and eventual transition to a vehicle miles traveled user fee system to finance federal aid transportation infrastructure investments
Urged members of Congress to clarify the definition of "asbestos" in proposed legislation seeking to ban all asbestos materials.
Supported continued implementation of H.R. 1, the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA) of 2009. Promoted job-creating benefits of infrastructure investments. Provided Congressional offices and members of the Administration with updates on ARRA project progress.
Filing targets: Army, Dept of (Corps of Engineers), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Office of Management & Budget (OMB), President of the U.S., SENATE, Transportation, Dept of (DOT)
Opposed cuts to transportation programs in the FY 2011 Appropriations process.
Supported efforts to repeal a requirement that all levels of government withhold three percent of payments to contractors for goods and services. Urged House Ways and Means Committee and Senate Finance Committee to generate new revenues for the Highway Trust Fund and for the Airport and Airway Trust Fund, development of new freight based user fees, and eventual transition to a vehicle miles traveled user fee system to finance federal aid transportation infrastructure investments
Urged members of Congress to clarify the definition of "asbestos" in proposed legislation seeking to ban all asbestos materials.
Supported continued implementation of H.R. 1, the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA) of 2009. Promoted job-creating benefits of infrastructure investments.
Supported H.R. 658 and S. 223, legislation to reauthorize the federal aviation programs. Lobbied for increased airport infrastructure investment through raising the passenger facility charge and increased funding for the Airport Improvement Program. Supported temporary extensions of the federal aviation programs while also advocating for a multi-year reauthorization.
Filing targets: Army, Dept of (Corps of Engineers), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Office of Management & Budget (OMB), President of the U.S., SENATE, Transportation, Dept of (DOT)
Urged U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) officials not to regulate coal ash as a "hazardous" waste, which could make concrete more costly and less durable, thus increasing costs and the environmental impact of vital transportation improvement projects.
Opposed proposal to amend House Rules to repeal the guaranteed funding requirement for annual federal highway investment. Prior to the change, any member of the House could raise a point of order to block legislation that would reduce federal highway invesment from the levels set in a multi-year reauthorization bill. Removing the protection made transportation investments subject to attempts to reduce spending.
Supported provisions of H.R. 5297 the Small Business Jobs Act (SBJA), including two significant tax incentives for equipment purchases and facility invesments. The SBJA would increase and expand Internal Revenue Code section 179 expensing and also includes an extension of bonus depreciation for certain capital expenditures.
H.R. 3285. Urged members of Congress to clarify the definition of "asbestos" in proposed legislation seeking to ban all asbestos materials.
Supported increased investment in surface transportation in omnibus appropriation bill and in H.R. 5850, the FY 2011 transportation appropriations bill. H.R. 5850 would provide $45.2 billion for federal highway investment, $11.3 billion for public transportation, $3.5 billion for airport construction and $1.4 billion for high-speed and intercity passenger rail. Supported amendment to H.R. 5850 requiring separate congressional authorization of the Administration's livability initiative before it could utilize highway funds.
Supported H.R. 915 and S. 1451, legislation to reauthorize the federal aviation programs. Lobbied for increased airport infrastructure investment through raising the passenger facility charge and increased funding for the Airport Improvement Program. Supported temporary extensions, H.R. 4853 and H.R. 5809, of the federal aviation programs while also advocating for a multi-year reauthorization.
Filing targets: Army, Dept of (Corps of Engineers), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Natl Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), Office of Management & Budget (OMB), President of the U.S., SENATE, Transportation, Dept of (DOT), White House Office
Supported increased investment in surface transportation, particularly H.R. 5850, the FY 2011 transportation appropriations bill which would provide $45.2 billion for federal highway investment, $11.3 billion for public transportation, $3.5 billion for airport construction and $1.4 billion for high-speed and intercity passenger rail. Supported amendment to H.R. 5850 requiring separate congressional authorization of the Obama Administration's livability initiative before it could utilize highway funds.
Supported H.R. 915 and S. 1451, legislation to reauthorize the federal aviation programs. Lobbied for increased airport infrastructure investment through raising the passenger facility charge and increased funding for the Airport Improvement Program. Supported temporary extensions of the federal aviation programs while also advocating for a multi-year reauthorization.
Supported efforts to repeal a requirement that all levels of government withhold three percent of payments to contractors for goods and services. Urged House Ways and Means Committee and Senate Finance Committee to generate new revenues for the Highway Trust Fund and for the Airport and Airway Trust Fund, development of new freight based user fees, and eventual transition to a vehicle miles traveled user fee system to finance federal aid transportation infrastructure investments
Supported continued implementation of H.R. 1, the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA) of 2009. Urged Secretary of Transportation to exercise his discretion under the bill to allocate funds to the Transportation Infrastructure Finance and Innovation Act credit program. Promoted job-creating benefits of infrastructure investments. Testified before House Transportation and Infrastructure on success of ARRA transportation investments and need for multi-year surface transportation reauthorization.
S. 787 The Clean Water Restoration Act, H.R. 5088, the America's Committment to Clean Water Act. Urged opposition to expanding the Army Corps of Engineers authority to regulate U.S. wetlands. Provided recommendations to Congress to ensure global climate change proposals protect transportation projects.
Filing targets: Army, Dept of (Corps of Engineers), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Office of Management & Budget (OMB), President of the U.S., SENATE, Transportation, Dept of (DOT), White House Office
H.R. 3285. Urged members of Congress to clarify the definition of "asbestos" in proposed legislation seeking to ban all asbestos materials.
S. 787 The Clean Water Restoration Act, H.R. 5088, the America's Committment to Clean Water Act. Urged opposition to expanding the Army Corps of Engineers authority to regulate U.S. wetlands. Provided recommendations to Congress to ensure global climate change proposals protect transportation projects.
Supported continued implementation of H.R. 1, the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009. Urged Secretary of Transportation to exercise his discretion under the bill to allocate funds to the Transportation Infrastructure Finance and Innovation Act credit program. Promoted job-creating benefits of infrastructure investments.
Supported efforts to repeal a requirement that all levels of government withhold three percent of payments to contractors for goods and services. Urged House Ways and Means Committee and Senate Finance Committee to generate new revenues for the Highway Trust Fund and for the Airport and Airway Trust Fund, development of new freight based user fees, and eventual transition to a vehicle miles traveled user fee system to finance federal aid transportation infrastructure investments
Provided specific recommendations to members of Congress and the executive branch for the reauthorization of the federal highway and public transportation programs (Surface Transportation Authorization Act of 2009). Recommendations include increasing investment in both modes, creating a new federal freight program and reforming the environmental review and approval process for transportation projects. Supported efforts to pass emergency extensions of current surface transportation law.
Filing targets: Army, Dept of (Corps of Engineers), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Office of Management & Budget (OMB), President of the U.S., SENATE, Transportation, Dept of (DOT)
S. 787 The Clean Water Restoration Act (no House legislation introduced). Urged opposition to expanding the Army Corps of Engineers authority to regulate U.S. wetlands. Provided recommendations to Congress to ensure global climate change proposals protect transportation projects.
Met with Congressional Staff to discuss provisions of H.R. 1329, the Clean, Low-Emission, Affordable, New Transportation Efficiency Act (CLEAN-TEA). Provided recommendations to Congress to ensure global climate change proposals protect transportation projects.
Supported continued implementation of H.R. 1, the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009. Urged Secretary of Transportation to exercise his discretion under the bill to allocate funds to the Transportation Infrastructure Finance and Innovation Act credit program. Promoted job-creating benefits of infrastructure investments. Testified before House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee on implementation of this act.
Supported H.R. 915 and S. 1451, legislation to reauthorize the federal aviation programs. Lobbied for increased airport infrastructure investment through raising the passenger facility charge and increased funding for the Airport Improvement Program. Supported H.R. 3607 and H.R. 4217, temporary extensions of the federal aviation programs while also advocating for a multi-year reauthorization, preferably a four-year proposal approved by the House.
Supported efforts to repeal a requirement that all levels of government withhold three percent of payments to contractors for goods and services. Urged House Ways and Means Committee and Senate Finance Committee to generate new revenues for the Highway Trust Fund and for the Airport and Airway Trust Fund, development of new freight based user fees, and eventual transition to a vehicle miles traveled user fee system to finance federal aid transportation infrastructure investments
Discussed the Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) Program with Members of Congress. Provided examples of state program best practices that could be emulated on federal level.
Supported provisions of H.R. 2847, the Hiring Incentives to Restore Employment (HIRE) Act to credit the Highway Trust Fund with almost $20 billion in foregone interest revenue and transfer the costs of fuel tax exemptions currently provided to state and local governments from the Highway Trust Fund (HTF) to the General Fund, thereby increasing trust fund revenues by $1.5 billion per year. Also supported provisions to allow the HTF to retain interest earned on its balances and a tax incentive for capital purchases. Opposed efforts by some Members of Congress to block this legislation to extend authority of surface transportation programs which ultimately led to a furlough of Federal Highway Administration employees. Supported legislation to retroactively pay government employees at U.S. DOT who were affected by Congress' delay in passing extension of surface transportation law. Also supported inclusion of a repeal of a $8.7 billion rescission in contract authority enacted as part of the 2005 surface transportation law, SAFETEA-LU
Expressed concern with provision of H.R. 3590, the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act, which would exclude many construction companies from the bill's small business exemption and threaten to increase the overall cost to the public for vital transportation infrastructure investments. Supported removal of this provision in President Obama's healthcare proposal and final passage of healthcare reform legislation.
H.R. 3285. Urged members of Congress to clarify the definition of "asbestos" in proposed legislation seeking to ban all asbestos materials.
Filing targets: Army, Dept of (Corps of Engineers), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Office of Management & Budget (OMB), President of the U.S., SENATE, Transportation, Dept of (DOT), White House Office
Expressed concern with provision of H.R. 3590, the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act, which would exclude many construction companies from the bill's small business exemption and threaten to increase the overall cost to the public for vital transportation infrastructure investments.
Provided specific recommendations to members of Congress and the executive branch for the reauthorization of the federal highway and public transportation programs (Surface Transportation Authorization Act of 2009). Recommendations include increasing investment in both modes, creating a new federal freight program and reforming the environmental review and approval process for transportation projects. Supported efforts to pass emergency extensions of current surface transportation law. Supported efforts to pass emergency extensions of current surface transportation law (H.R. 3617), Testified before House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee. Supported efforts, included in extension proposal of the federal surface transportation programs, to repeal the $8.7 billion rescission required by SAFETEA-LU. Opposed provision in Senate six-month extension proposal (no bill number) that would've allowed the Highway Trust Fund's "budget firewalls" to lapse for a six-month period.
Supported S. 1474, the Transportation Preservation Act, to infuse $26.8 billion into the Highway Trust Fund from lost interest payments to the fund since 1998 and past highway-related emergency repair expenditures from natural disasters.
Supported continued implementation of H.R. 1, the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009. Urged Secretary of Transportation to exercise his discretion under the bill to allocate funds to the Transportation Infrastructure Finance and Innovation Act credit program. Promoted job-creating benefits of infrastructure investments. Testified before House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee on implementation of this act.
H.R. 3285. Urged members of Congress to clarify the definition of "asbestos" in proposed legislation seeking to ban all asbestos materials.
S. 787 The Clean Water Restoration Act (no House legislation introduced). Urged opposition to expanding the Army Corps of Engineers authority to regulate U.S. wetlands. Provided recommendations to Congress to ensure global climate change proposals protect transportation projects.
Supported H. Con Res. 85 and S. Con Res. 13, the House and Senate FY2010 Budget Resolutions particularly provisions allowing for increased investment in the surface transportation programs. Opposed the Administration's FY2010 budget proposal to eliminate the unique budgetary treatment of the federal highway, transit and aviation programs, which reflects these investments are financed by dedicated transportation user fees.
Supported H.R. 915, legislation to reauthorize the federal aviation programs. Lobbied for increased airport infrastructure investment through raising the passenger facility charge and increased funding for the Airport Improvement Program. Supported H.R. 3607 and H.R. 4217, temporary extensions of the federal aviation programs while also advocating for a multi-year reauthorization.
Filing targets: Army, Dept of (Corps of Engineers), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Office of Management & Budget (OMB), President of the U.S., SENATE, Transportation, Dept of (DOT), White House Office
Supported implementation of H.R. 1, the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009. Urged Secretary of Transportation to exercise his discretion under the bill to allocate funds to the Transportation Infrastructure Finance and Innovation Act credit program. Promoted job-creating benefits of infrastructure investments. Testified before House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee.
Supported H. Con Res. 85 and S. Con Res. 13, the House and Senate FY2010 Budget Resolutions particularly provisions allowing for increased investment in the surface transportation programs. Opposed the Administration's FY2010 budget proposal which would eliminate the unique budgetary treatment of the federal highway, transit and aviation programs, which reflects these investments are financed by dedicated transportation user fees.
Met with Congressional staff to discuss provisions of the Clean Energy Jobs and American Power Act, S. 1733. Provided recommendations to Congress to ensure global climate change proposals protect transportation projects.
Supported H.R. 3357 to transfer $7 billion of previously foregone revenue to the Highway Trust Fund's Highway Account from the federal General Fund. Supported amendment to this bill to repeal an $8.7 billion rescission of unobligated highway contract authority--a budgeting provision passed in the 2005 surface transportation bill, SAFETEA-LU.
Supported H.R. 915, legislation to reauthorize the federal aviation programs. Lobbied for increased airport infrastructure investment through raising the passenger facility charge and increased funding for the Airport Improvement Program. Supported H.R. 3607, a temporary extension of the federal aviation programs while also advocating for a multi-year reauthorization.
S. 787 The Clean Water Restoration Act (no House legislation introduced). Urged opposition to expanding the Army Corps of Engineers authority to regulate U.S. wetlands. Provided recommendations to Congress to ensure global climate change proposals protect transportation projects.
Filing targets: Army, Dept of (Corps of Engineers), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Office of Management & Budget (OMB), President of the U.S., SENATE, Transportation, Dept of (DOT)
Supported implementation of H.R. 1, the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009. Urged Secretary of Transportation to exercise his discretion under the bill to allocate funds to the Transportation Infrastructure Finance and Innovation Act credit program. Promoted job-creating benefits of infrastructure investments. Testified before House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee.
Supported H.R. 915, legislation to reauthorize the federal aviation programs. Lobbied for increased airport infrastructure investment through raising the passenger facility charge and increased funding for the Airport Improvement Program. Supported H.R. 1512, a temporary extension of the federal aviation programs while also advocating for a multi-year reauthorization.
S. 742 and H.R. 3285. Urged members of Congress to clarify the definition of "asbestos" in proposed legislation seeking to ban all asbestos materials.
Advocated on behalf of a solution to the projected revenue shortfall in the Highway Trust Fund Highway Account (no legislation introduced) to avoid a debilitating cut in federal transportation investment.
Met with Congressional staff to discuss provisions of the American Clean Energy and Security Act of 2009 (originally H.R. 2454, later H.R. 2998). Provided recommendations to Congress to ensure global climate change proposals protect transportation projects.
Supported H. Con Res. 85 and S. Con Res. 13, the House and Senate FY2010 Budget Resolutions particularly provisions allowing for increased investment in the surface transportation programs. Opposed the Administration's FY2010 budget proposal which would eliminate the unique budgetary treatment of the federal highway, transit and aviation programs, which reflects these investments are financed by dedicated transportation user fees.
Filing targets: Army, Dept of (Corps of Engineers), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Office of Management & Budget (OMB), President of the U.S., SENATE, Transportation, Dept of (DOT), White House Office
Met with Congressional staff to discuss provisions of the American Clean Energy and Security Act of 2009. Provided recommnedations to Congress to ensure global climate change proposals protect transportation projects.
Supported H.R. 915, legislation to reauthorize the federal aviation programs. Lobbied for increased airport infrastructure investment through raising the passenger facility charge and increased funding for the Airport Improvement Program. Supported H.R. 1512, a temporary extension of the federal aviation programs while also advocating for a multi-year reauthorization.
Advocated for an increase in the federal motor fuels user fee (no legislation introduced) as part of an eventual transition to a vehicle miles traveled user fee system to finance federal aid transportation infrastructure investments.
S. 787 The Clean Water Restoration Act. Urged opposition to expanding the Army Corps of Engineers authority to regulate U.S. wetlands. Provided recommendations to Congress to ensure global climate change proposals protect transportation projects.
Provided specific recommendations to members of Congress and the executive branch for the reauthorization of the federal highway and public transportation programs in 2009 (no legislation introduced). Recommendations include increasing investment in both modes, creating a new federal freight program and reforming the environmental review and approval process for transportation projects.
Supported H.R. 1105, the FY2009 Omnibus Appropriations Bill. Supported efforts in the House and Senate Appropriations Committees to fully fund the federal highway program at the SAFETEA-LU guaranteed level of $41.2 billion in FY2009.
Supported H.R. 1, the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009, especially provisions relating to additional appropriations for transportation infrastructure investment. Urged Secretary of Transportation to exercise his discretion under the bill to allocate funds to the Transportation Infrastructure Finance and innovation Act credit program.
Filing targets: Army, Dept of (Corps of Engineers), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Office of Management & Budget (OMB), President of the U.S., SENATE, Transportation, Dept of (DOT)
Advocated for an increase in the federal motor fuels user fee (no legislation introduced). Sent memorandum to Congress explaining the decline in Highway Trust Fund Revenues was due mainly to a decrease in heavy truck tax revenue, not a decline in revenue from the federal motor fuels user fee.
Provided specific recommendations to members of Congress and the executive branch for the reauthorization of the federal highway and public transportation programs in 2009 (no legislation introduced). Recommendations include increasing investment in both modes, creating a new federal freight program and reforming the environmental review and approval process for transportation projects.
S. 3261. Supported efforts in the Senate Appropriations Committee to fully fund the federal highway program at the SAFETEA-LU guaranteed level of $41.2 billion in FY2009.
Met with congressional staff to discuss importance of transportation investment in any economic recovery package. ARTBA staff testified before a House Transportation and Infrastructure Commitee on the impact of transportation investment on the economy. ARTBA staff submitted comments to the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) disputing claims by the DOT that transportation investment is not as effective in job creation as some DOT data shows.
Filing targets: Army, Dept of (Corps of Engineers), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Office of Management & Budget (OMB), SENATE, Transportation, Dept of (DOT)
Provided specific recommendations to members of Congress and the executive branch for the reauthorization of the federal highway and public transportation programs in 2009 (no legislation introduced). Recommendations include increasing investment in both modes, creating a new federal freight program and reforming the environmental review and approval process for transportation projects.
Supported economic stimulus components of S. 3604 and H.R. 7110, The Job Creation and Unemployment Relief Act of 2008, especially provisions relating to additional appropriations for transportation infrastructure investment. Supported efforts to consider additional appropriations for transportation infrastructure investment as amendments to other pieces of legislation, including the continuing resolution funding the federal government through March 2009.
Participated in roundtable discussion with Senate Democrats regarding the nation's infrastructure challenges.
S. 742 and H.R. 3285. Urged members of Congress to clarify the definition of "asbestos" in proposed legislation seeking to ban all asbestos materials.
Filing targets: Army, Dept of (Corps of Engineers), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Office of Management & Budget (OMB), SENATE, Transportation, Dept of (DOT)
Opposed various gas tax holiday proposals. (H.R. 5995 the Gas Tax Relief and Earmark Moratorium Act of 2008; S.A. 4558 to H.R. 1195, the SAFETEA-LU Technical Corrections Bill; S. 2896, The Diesel Tax Parity Act of 2008)
S. 742 and H.R. 3285. Urged members of Congress to clarify the definition of "asbestos" in proposed legislation seeking to ban all asbestos materials.
H.R. 2881 and S. 1300, legislation to reauthorize the federal aviation programs. Lobbied for increased airport infrastructure investment through raising the passenger facility charge and increased funding for the Airport Improvement Program. Supported H.R. 6327 and H.R. 3540, FAA extension bills, particularly proposals to include a fix for the Highway Trust Fund shortfall.
H.R. 2421, S. 1870 The Clean Water Authority Restoration Act of 2007. Urged opposition to expanding the Army Corps of Engineers authority to regulate U.S. wetlands. Provided recommendations to Congress to ensure global climate change proposals protect transportation projects. Submitted testimony to Senate Environment and Public Works Committee.
H. Con. Res 312, S. Con Res. 70. Urged Congress to fully-fund the federal highway and transit programs and increase aviation investment. Testified before Senate Appropriations Committee on need to preserve Highway Trust Fund solvency and support S. 2345. Supported the FY2009 Budget Conference Report.
Filing targets: Army, Dept of (Corps of Engineers), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Office of Management & Budget (OMB), SENATE, Transportation, Dept of (DOT)
S. 742 and H.R. 3285. Urged members of Congress to clarify the definition of "asbestos" in proposed legislation seeking to ban all asbestos materials.
Provided specific recommendations to members of Congress and the executive branch for the reauthorization of the federal highway and public transportation programs in 2009 (no legislation introduced). Recommendations include increasing investment in both modes, creating a new federal freight program and reforming the environmental review and approval process for transportation projects.
H.R. 2881 and S. 1300, legislation to reauthorize the federal aviation programs. Lobbied for increased airport infrastructure investment through raising the passenger facility charge and increased funding for the Airport Improvement Program.
H.R. 2421, S. 1870 The Clean Water Authority Restoration Act of 2007. Urged opposition to expanding the Army Corps of Engineers authority to regulate U.S. wetlands. Provided recommendations to Congress to ensure global climate change proposals protect transportation projects.
Filing targets: Army, Dept of (Corps of Engineers), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Office of Management & Budget (OMB), SENATE, Transportation, Dept of (DOT)
H.R. 2421, S. 1870 The Clean Water Authority Restoration Act of 2007. Urged opposition to expanding the Army Corps of Engineers authority to regulate U.S. wetlands. Provided recommendations to Congress to ensure global climate change proposals protect transportation projects. Submitted testimony to Senate Environment and Public Works Committee.
Supported H.R. 1195 , The SAFETEA-LU Technical Corrections Bill to make technical corrections and ensure transportation research investments promised in the 2005 SAFETEA-LU surface transportation law are enacted. Opposed amendment relating to a gas tax holiday.
H. Con. Res 312, S. Con Res. 70. Urged Congress to fully-fund the federal highway and transit programs and increase aviation investment. Testified before Senate Appropriations Committee on need to preserve Highway Trust Fund solvency and support S. 2345. Supported the FY2009 Budget Conference Report.
S. 742 and H.R. 3285. Urged members of Congress to clarify the definition of "asbestos" in proposed legislation seeking to ban all asbestos materials.
Opposed various gas tax holiday proposals. (H.R. 5995 the Gas Tax Relief and Earmark Moratorium Act of 2008; S.A. 4558 to H.R. 1195, the SAFETEA-LU Technical Corrections Bill; S. 2896, The Diesel Tax Parity Act of 2008)
Filing targets: Army, Dept of (Corps of Engineers), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Office of Management & Budget (OMB), SENATE, Transportation, Dept of (DOT)
S.2345, the American Infrastructure Investment and Improvement Act of 2007. Urged members of Congress to support legislation to ensure the financial solvency of the Highway Trust Fund's Highway Account through FY 2009. Testified before Senate Appropriations Committee urging support for bill.
S. 742 and H.R. 3285. Urged members of Congress to clarify the definition of "asbestos" in proposed legislation seeking to ban all asbestos materials.
Supported H.R. 1023 and S. 777 to repeal a new requirement that all levels of government withhold three percent of payments to contractors for goods and services. Urged House Ways and Means Committee and Senate Finance Committee to generate new revenues for the Airport and Airway Trust Fund to support aviation investment levels proposed in H.R. 2881 and S. 1300. Supported H.R. 5719, the Taxpayer Assistance and Simplification Act of 2008 to delay the implementation of a 3% withholding provision.
H. Con. Res 312, S. Con Res. 70. Urged Congress to fully-fund the federal highway and transit programs and increase aviation investment. Testified before Senate Appropriations Committee on need to preserve Highway Trust Fund solvency and support S. 2345.
H.R. 2881 and S. 1300, legislation to reauthorize the federal aviation programs. Lobbied for increased airport infrastructure investment through raising the passenger facility charge and increased funding for the Airport Improvement Program.
Filing targets: Army, Dept of (Corps of Engineers), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Office of Management & Budget (OMB), SENATE, Transportation, Dept of (DOT)
S.2345, the American Infrastructure Investment and Improvement Act of 2007. Urged members of Congress to support legislation to ensure the financial solvency of the Highway Trust Fund's Highway Account through FY 2009. Testified before Senate Appropriations Committee urging support for bill.
S. 742 and H.R. 3285. Urged members of Congress to clarify the definition of "asbestos" in proposed legislation seeking to ban all asbestos materials.
Supported H.R. 1023 and S. 777 to repeal a new requirement that all levels of government withhold three percent of payments to contractors for goods and services. Urged House Ways and Means Committee and Senate Finance Committee to generate new revenues for the Airport and Airway Trust Fund to support aviation investment levels proposed in H.R. 2881 and S. 1300. Supported H.R. 5719, the Taxpayer Assistance and Simplification Act of 2008 to delay the implementation of a 3% withholding provision.
H. Con. Res 312, S. Con Res. 70. Urged Congress to fully-fund the federal highway and transit programs and increase aviation investment. Testified before Senate Appropriations Committee on need to preserve Highway Trust Fund solvency and support S. 2345.
H.R. 2881 and S. 1300, legislation to reauthorize the federal aviation programs. Lobbied for increased airport infrastructure investment through raising the passenger facility charge and increased funding for the Airport Improvement Program.
Filing targets: Army, Dept of (Corps of Engineers), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Office of Management & Budget (OMB), SENATE, Transportation, Dept of (DOT)
S. 742 and H.R. 3285. Urged members of Congress to clarify the definition of "asbestos" in proposed legislation seeking to ban all asbestos materials.
H.R. 2421, S. 1870 The Clean Water Authority Restoration Act of 2007. Urged opposition to expanding the Army Corps of Engineers authority to regulate U.S. wetlands. Provided recommendations to Congress to ensure global climate change proposals protect transportation projects.
H.R. 2881 and S. 1300, legislation to reauthorize the federal aviation programs. Lobbied for increased airport infrastructure investment through raising the passenger facility charge and increased funding for the Airport Improvement Program.
S.2345, the American Infrastructure Investment and Improvement Act of 2007. Urged members of Congress to support legislation to ensure the financial solvency of the Highway Trust Fund's Highway Account through FY 2009. Testified before Senate Appropriations Committee urging support for bill.
H. Con. Res 312, S. Con Res. 70. Urged Congress to fully-fund the federal highway and transit programs and increase aviation investment. Testified before Senate Appropriations Committee on need to preserve Highway Trust Fund solvency and support S. 2345.
Filing targets: Army, Dept of (Corps of Engineers), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Office of Management & Budget (OMB), SENATE, Transportation, Dept of (DOT)
Transportation Project Capital Funding Tax Treatment of Motor Fuels Mobile Machinery Environmental Review/Transportation Projects Contractor Liability Issues 3% Withholding FY'09 Transportation Approps. SAFETEA-LU Reauthorization Highway Trust Fund Solvency FY'09 Budget Resolution Clean Water Act Economic Stimulus Package
Transportation Project Capital Funding Tax Treatment of Motor Fuels Mobile Machinery Environmental Review/Transportation Projects Contractor Liability Issues 3% Withholding FY'09 Transportation Approps. SAFETEA-LU Reauthorization Highway Trust Fund Solvency FY'09 Budget Resolution Clean Water Act Economic Stimulus Package
Transportation Project Capital Funding Tax Treatment of Motor Fuels Mobile Machinery Environmental Review/Transportation Projects Contractor Liability Issues 3% Withholding FY'09 Transportation Approps. SAFETEA-LU Reauthorization Highway Trust Fund Solvency FY'09 Budget Resolution Clean Water Act Economic Stimulus Package
Transportation Project Capital Funding Tax Treatment of Motor Fuels Mobile Machinery Environmental Review/Transportation Projects Contractor Liability Issues 3% Withholding FY'09 Transportation Approps. SAFETEA-LU Reauthorization Highway Trust Fund Solvency FY'09 Budget Resolution Clean Water Act Economic Stimulus Package
Transportation Project Capital Funding Tax Treatment of Motor Fuels Mobile Machinery Environmental Review/Transportation Projects Contractor Liability Issues 3% Withholding FY'09 Transportation Approps. SAFETEA-LU Reauthorization Highway Trust Fund Solvency FY'09 Budget Resolution Clean Water Act Economic Stimulus Package
Transportation Project Capital Funding Tax Treatment of Motor Fuels Mobile Machinery Environmental Review/Transportation Projects Contractor Liability Issues 3% Withholding FY'09 Transportation Approps. SAFETEA-LU Reauthorization Highway Trust Fund Solvency FY'09 Budget Resolution Clean Water Act Economic Stimulus Package
Transportation Project Capital Funding Tax Treatment of Motor Fuels Mobile Machinery Environmental Review/Transportation Projects Contractor Liability Issues 3% Withholding FY'09 Transportation Approps. SAFETEA-LU Reauthorization Highway Trust Fund Solvency FY'09 Budget Resolution Clean Water Act Economic Stimulus Package
* Urged Congress to override President Bush's veto of H.R. 1495, the Water Resources Development Act. Supported S. 775 to create a national infrastructure commission. Provided specific recommendations to members of Congress and the executive branch for the reauthorization of the federal highway and public transportaiton programs in 2009 (no legislation introduced). Recommendations include increasing investment in both modes, creating a new federal freight program, and reforming the environmental review and approval process for transportation projects. Provided specific recommendations to members of Congress and the executive branch for the reauthorization of the federal highway and public transportaiton programs in 2009 (no legislation introduced). Recommendations include increasing investment in both modes, creating a new federal freight program, and reforming the environmental review and approval process for transportation projects.
Supported H.R. 1023 and S. 777 to repeal a new requirement that all levels of government withhold three percent of payments to contractors for goods and services. Urged House Ways and Means Committee and Senate Finance Committee and House Ways and Means Committee to generate new revenues for the Airport and Airway Trust Fund to support aviation investment levels proposed in H.R. 2881 and S. 1300.
* H.R. 3999, National Highway Bridge Reconstruction Act of 2007. Urged members of Congress to provide increased resources to upgrade structurally deficient and functionally obsolete bridges. S. 2345, the American Infrastructure Investment and Improvement Act of 2007. Urged members of Congress to support legislation to ensure the financial solvency of the Highway Trust Fund's Highway Account through FY 2009. S. 2345, the American Infrastructure Investment and Improvement Act of 2007. Urged members of Congress to support legislation to ensure the financial solvency of the Highway Trust Fund's Highway Account through FY 2009.
H.R. 2421 the Clean Water Authority Restoration Act of 2007. Urged opposition to expanding the Army Corps of Engineers authority to regulate U.S. wetlands. Provided recommendations to Congress to ensure global climate change proposals protect transportation projects.(no legislation)
Filing targets: Army, Dept of (Corps of Engineers), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Office of Management & Budget (OMB), SENATE, Transportation, Dept of (DOT)
Supported H.R. 1023 and S. 777 to repeal a new requirment that all levels of government withhold three percent of payments to contractors for goods and services. Urged House Ways and Means Committee and Senate Finance Committees to generate new revenues for the Airport and Airway Trust Fund to support aviation investment levels proposed in H.R. 2881 and S. 1300.
* H.J. Res. 20, the FY 2007 joint funding resolution. Urged Congress and the Administration to fully-fund the federal highway, transit and aviation programs, as opposed to continuing funding at the FY 2006 level. H.R. 3074 and S. 1789, the FY 2008 Transportation, Housing and Urban Development Appropriations bill. Urged Congress to fully fund the federal highway and transit programs at authorized levels and increase Airport Improvement Program investment.
S. 1348, the Secure Borders, Economic Opportunity, and Immigration Reform Act of 2007. Supported comprehensive immigration reform and opposed efforts to debar contractors for inadvertant paperwork violations.
Highway Trust Fund solvency (no legislation introduced to date). Urged Congress and the Administration to enact proposals that would generate revenue for the Highway Trust Fund to support investment commitments made in the 2005 federal highway and transit reauthorization bill, SAFETEA-LU. Testified before House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee on the subject.
H.R. 2421, the Clean Water Authority Restoration Act of 2007. Urged opposition to expanding the Army Corps of Engineers authority to regulate U.S. wetlands. Urged opposition to EPA proposal to tighten federal air quality standard for ozone.
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE, Transportation, Dept of (DOT)
-National Environmental Policy Act Reform -Endangered Species Act Reform
-Airport Improvement Program -Aviation Trust Fund
-Clean Air Act - transportation conformity -Clean Water Act - wetlands -Clean Air Act - off-road emissions
-Tax Treatment of Motor Fuels -Federal Motor Fuels Excise Tax -Alternative Fuels/Vehicles
-SAFETEA-LU Implementation -FY '07 Transportation Appropriations -Work Zone Safety -Environmental Review for Highway Projects & Clean Air Conformity
-FY '07 Budget -FY '07 Transportation Appropriations -Highway Trust Fund and Aviation Trust Fund Issues -Legislative Line Item Veto
Filing targets: Army, Dept of (Corps of Engineers), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE, Transportation, Dept of (DOT), Treasury, Dept of