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Reported covered position: Special Assistant to the Chief of Staff, Senator Barbara Mikulski (2003-2005)
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To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to modify the railroad track maintenance credit.
Client: ALASKA RAILROAD CORP · Firm: BLANK ROME GOVERNMENT RELATIONS
Issues related to allocation and nonfederal match rates of FTA formula funds in Alaska and federal cost shares. Support existing federal grant programs in Surface Transportation Authorization. Support repeal of DOT INFRA grants cap on rail and port projects. Support federal agency grant applications for Alaska rail projects. Support H.R.516 and S.1532 Shortline Railroad Tax Credit. Support DOT/FRA CRISI grant funding for Port MacKenzie Rail Extension. Issues related to Surface Transportation Reauthorization. Issues related to FY27 Transportation, Housing and Urban Development Appropriations bill.
To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to modify the railroad track maintenance credit.
Client: ALASKA RAILROAD CORP · Firm:
Specific issues are shown only where the LDA source assigned them to this lobbyist. Targets apply to the associated filing.
CITY AND BOROUGH OF JUNEAU via BLANK ROME GOVERNMENT RELATIONS
2026 · third_quarter · Q3
Support, monitor, and track short term funding for pre-disaster mitigation from various federal agencies. Support implementation of Pub.L. 118-158 American Relief Act 2025. Support USACE work on project scoping and geotechnical studies for an emergency prototype measure to address the imminent and recurring threat of glacial flooding. Community Development Block Grant - Disaster Recovery funding; and FEMA Disaster Relief Fund funding. Support regulatory flexibility to allow bank stabilization along a dynamic, glacier-fed river. Support continued advanced measures/technical assistance and flood fighting/emergency management.
Source: Senate LDA
| CANADIAN NATIONAL RAILWAY |
| 19 |
| 2021–2025 |
| MUNICIPALITY OF ANCHORAGE | 16 | 2022–2025 |
| BIRD ADVOCACY AND CONSULTING | 4 | 2024–2025 |
| COMMUTER RAIL COALITION | 4 | 2026 |
| EURO FOODS INC. DBA CITTERIO USA CORPORATION | 3 | 2025–2026 |
| SOUTH WEST TRANSIT ASSOCIATION | 2 | 2026 |
Issues related to allocation and nonfederal match rates of FTA formula funds in Alaska and federal cost shares. Support existing federal grant programs in Surface Transportation Authorization. Support repeal of DOT INFRA grants cap on rail and port projects. Support federal agency grant applications for Alaska rail projects. Support H.R.516 and S.1532 Shortline Railroad Tax Credit. Support DOT/FRA CRISI grant funding for Port MacKenzie Rail Extension. Issues related to Surface Transportation Reauthorization.
To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to modify the railroad track maintenance credit.
Client: ALASKA RAILROAD CORP · Firm: BLANK ROME GOVERNMENT RELATIONS
Issues related to allocation and nonfederal match rates of FTA formula funds in Alaska and federal cost shares. Support existing federal grant programs in Surface Transportation Authorization. Support repeal of DOT INFRA grants cap on rail and port projects. Support federal agency grant applications for Alaska rail projects. Support H.R.516 and S.1532 Shortline Railroad Tax Credit. Support DOT/FRA CRISI grant funding for Port MacKenzie Rail Extension. Issues related to Surface Transportation Reauthorization. Issues related to FY27 Transportation, Housing and Urban Development Appropriations bill.
Continuing Appropriations and Extensions Act, 2027
Client: SOUTH WEST TRANSIT ASSOCIATION · Firm: BLANK ROME GOVERNMENT RELATIONS
H.R. 6500, the Continuing Appropriations and Extensions Act, 2027 - block or delay implementation of a proposed rule by the Office of Management and Budget to convert federal grant guidelines into legally binding regulations.
Protecting U.S. Farmland and Sensitive Sites From Foreign Adversaries Act
Client: COMMUTER RAIL COALITION · Firm: BLANK ROME GOVERNMENT RELATIONS
H.R.8700 the BUILD America 250 Act - Support extending effective date of rail passenger accident liability cap from 30 days to 1 year. Support study & report to Congress on accessibility and affordability of liability insurance for commuter railroads. Support eligibility of commuter rail projects for Federal Railroad Administration grants. Monitor federal rail-related grants for the FY26 grant cycle. Monitor status of committee introduction and consideration of Surface Transportation Reauthorization legislation. Analyze FY27 Transportation, Housing and Urban Development Appropriations bill (H.R.9170/H.Rept.119-686) for rail programs.
Protecting U.S. Farmland and Sensitive Sites From Foreign Adversaries Act
Client: SOUTH WEST TRANSIT ASSOCIATION · Firm: BLANK ROME GOVERNMENT RELATIONS
Surface Transportation Authorization - House (H.R. 8700) and Senate- support advance appropriations for transit programs.
BUILD America 250 Act
Client: CITY AND BOROUGH OF JUNEAU · Firm: BLANK ROME GOVERNMENT RELATIONS
Support legislative proposals in the next Surface Transportation (H.R.8870) and Water Resources Authorization bill (H.R.9497 and S.4949).
BUILD America 250 Act
Client: CITY AND BOROUGH OF JUNEAU · Firm: BLANK ROME GOVERNMENT RELATIONS
Support legislative proposals in the next Surface Transportation (H.R.8870) and Water Resources Authorization bill (H.R.9497 and S.4949).
BUILD America 250 Act
Client: COMMUTER RAIL COALITION · Firm: BLANK ROME GOVERNMENT RELATIONS
Support extending effective date of rail passenger accident liability cap from 30 days to 1 year in the House (H.R. 8870) and Senate surface transportation reauthorization bills. Support study & report to Congress on accessibility and affordability of liability insurance for commuter railroads in the House (H.R. 8870) and Senate surface transportation reauthorization bills. Support eligibility of commuter rail projects for Federal Railroad Administration grants. Support advanced appropriations in House (H.R. 8870) and Senate surface transportation reauthorization bills. Monitor federal rail-related grants for the FY26 grant cycle. Monitor status of House (H.R. 9170) and Senate Transportation, Housing, and Urban Development Appropriation bills.
BUILD America 250 Act
Client: VIA METROPOLITAN TRANSIT · Firm: BLANK ROME GOVERNMENT RELATIONS
H.R.8870 The BUILD America 250 Act - worked with coalitions to support and oppose provisions and amendments related to transit policy and funding. Monitor federal grant funding flows. Grant application at the Federal Transit Administration. F727 Transportation, Housing and Urban Development Appropriations bill (H.R.9170/H.Rept.119-686) and Senate - Support funding the Capital Investment Grant (CIG) program at authorized level and funding for VIA's Advanced Rapid Transit (ART) East-West Corridor in the CIG Small Starts pipeline. Support time extension of allocated funding to avoid lapse.
BUILD America 250 Act
Client: VIA METROPOLITAN TRANSIT · Firm: BLANK ROME GOVERNMENT RELATIONS
H.R.8870 The BUILD America 250 Act - worked with coalitions to support and oppose provisions and amendments related to transit policy and funding. Monitor federal grant funding flows. Grant application at the Federal Transit Administration. F727 Transportation, Housing and Urban Development Appropriations bill (H.R.9170/H.Rept.119-686) and Senate - Support funding the Capital Investment Grant (CIG) program at authorized level and funding for VIA's Advanced Rapid Transit (ART) East-West Corridor in the CIG Small Starts pipeline. Support time extension of allocated funding to avoid lapse.
BUILD America 250 Act
Client: CAPITAL METROPOLITAN TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY · Firm: BLANK ROME GOVERNMENT RELATIONS
Monitor federal grant funding flows. Pub.L. 117-58 - Implementation of Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA/Bipartisan Infrastructure Law). FY27 Transportation, Housing and Urban Development Appropriations bill (H.R.9170/H.Rept. 119-686) and Senate. Support overall transit funding, Community Project Funding for freight railroad projects and bus facilities, and legislative language addressing the Capital Investment Grant program. Support a grant application at the Build America Bureau. H.R.8870 The BUILD America 250 Act - worked with coalitions to support and oppose provisions and amendments related to transit policy and funding.
Energy and Water Development and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2027
Client: CITY AND BOROUGH OF JUNEAU · Firm: BLANK ROME GOVERNMENT RELATIONS
H.R.9171 FY 27 Interior, Environment and Related Agencies Appropriation bill and H.R.9022 FY27 Energy & Water Development and Related Agencies Appropriations bill and Senate versions. Support Congressionally Directed Spending and Community Project Funding for a landfill facility.
Energy and Water Development and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2027
Client: CITY AND BOROUGH OF JUNEAU · Firm: BLANK ROME GOVERNMENT RELATIONS
H.R.9171 FY 27 Interior, Environment and Related Agencies Appropriation bill and H.R.9022 FY27 Energy & Water Development and Related Agencies Appropriations bill and Senate versions. Support Congressionally Directed Spending and Community Project Funding for a landfill facility. Initiate a feasibility study in response to the imminent and recurring threat of glacial flooding in Juneau.
Transportation, Housing and Urban Development, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2027
Client: COMMUTER RAIL COALITION · Firm: BLANK ROME GOVERNMENT RELATIONS
H.R.8700 the BUILD America 250 Act - Support extending effective date of rail passenger accident liability cap from 30 days to 1 year. Support study & report to Congress on accessibility and affordability of liability insurance for commuter railroads. Support eligibility of commuter rail projects for Federal Railroad Administration grants. Monitor federal rail-related grants for the FY26 grant cycle. Monitor status of committee introduction and consideration of Surface Transportation Reauthorization legislation. Analyze FY27 Transportation, Housing and Urban Development Appropriations bill (H.R.9170/H.Rept.119-686) for rail programs.
Transportation, Housing and Urban Development, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2027
Client: CAPITAL METROPOLITAN TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY · Firm: BLANK ROME GOVERNMENT RELATIONS
FY27 Transportation, Housing and Urban Development Appropriations bill (H.R.9170/H.Rept 119-686) and Senate. Support overall transit funding, Community Project Funding, Capital Investment Grant criteria.
Transportation, Housing and Urban Development, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2027
Client: COMMUTER RAIL COALITION · Firm: BLANK ROME GOVERNMENT RELATIONS
Support extending effective date of rail passenger accident liability cap from 30 days to 1 year in the House (H.R. 8870) and Senate surface transportation reauthorization bills. Support study & report to Congress on accessibility and affordability of liability insurance for commuter railroads in the House (H.R. 8870) and Senate surface transportation reauthorization bills. Support eligibility of commuter rail projects for Federal Railroad Administration grants. Support advanced appropriations in House (H.R. 8870) and Senate surface transportation reauthorization bills. Monitor federal rail-related grants for the FY26 grant cycle. Monitor status of House (H.R. 9170) and Senate Transportation, Housing, and Urban Development Appropriation bills.
Transportation, Housing and Urban Development, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2027
Client: VIA METROPOLITAN TRANSIT · Firm: BLANK ROME GOVERNMENT RELATIONS
FY27 Transportation, Housing and Urban Development Appropriations bill (H.R.9170/H.Rept.119-686) and Senate - Support funding the Capital Investment Grant (CIG) program at authorized level and funding for VIA's Advanced Rapid Transit (ART) East-West Corridor in the CIG Small Starts pipeline. Support time extension of allocated funding to avoid lapse.
Transportation, Housing and Urban Development, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2027
Client: CAPITAL METROPOLITAN TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY · Firm: BLANK ROME GOVERNMENT RELATIONS
Monitor federal grant funding flows. Pub.L. 117-58 - Implementation of Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA/Bipartisan Infrastructure Law). FY27 Transportation, Housing and Urban Development Appropriations bill (H.R.9170/H.Rept. 119-686) and Senate. Support overall transit funding, Community Project Funding for freight railroad projects and bus facilities, and legislative language addressing the Capital Investment Grant program. Support a grant application at the Build America Bureau. H.R.8870 The BUILD America 250 Act - worked with coalitions to support and oppose provisions and amendments related to transit policy and funding.
Transportation, Housing and Urban Development, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2027
Client: VIA METROPOLITAN TRANSIT · Firm: BLANK ROME GOVERNMENT RELATIONS
H.R.8870 The BUILD America 250 Act - worked with coalitions to support and oppose provisions and amendments related to transit policy and funding. Monitor federal grant funding flows. Grant application at the Federal Transit Administration. F727 Transportation, Housing and Urban Development Appropriations bill (H.R.9170/H.Rept.119-686) and Senate - Support funding the Capital Investment Grant (CIG) program at authorized level and funding for VIA's Advanced Rapid Transit (ART) East-West Corridor in the CIG Small Starts pipeline. Support time extension of allocated funding to avoid lapse.
Transportation, Housing and Urban Development, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2027
Client: VIA METROPOLITAN TRANSIT · Firm: BLANK ROME GOVERNMENT RELATIONS
H.R.8870 The BUILD America 250 Act - worked with coalitions to support and oppose provisions and amendments related to transit policy and funding. Monitor federal grant funding flows. Grant application at the Federal Transit Administration. F727 Transportation, Housing and Urban Development Appropriations bill (H.R.9170/H.Rept.119-686) and Senate - Support funding the Capital Investment Grant (CIG) program at authorized level and funding for VIA's Advanced Rapid Transit (ART) East-West Corridor in the CIG Small Starts pipeline. Support time extension of allocated funding to avoid lapse.
Transportation, Housing and Urban Development, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2027
Client: CAPITAL METROPOLITAN TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY · Firm: BLANK ROME GOVERNMENT RELATIONS
FY27 Transportation, Housing and Urban Development Appropriations bill (H.R.9170/H.Rept 119-686) and Senate. Support overall transit funding, Community Project Funding, Capital Investment Grant criteria.
Transportation, Housing and Urban Development, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2027
Client: CAPITAL METROPOLITAN TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY · Firm: BLANK ROME GOVERNMENT RELATIONS
Monitor federal grant funding flows. FY27 Transportation, Housing and Urban Development Appropriations bill (H.R.9170/H.Rept. 119-686) and Senate. Support overall transit funding, Community Project Funding for freight railroad projects and bus facilities, and legislative language addressing the Capital Investment Grant program. Support a grant application at the FRA and FTA for bus and rail projects.
Transportation, Housing and Urban Development, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2027
Client: VIA METROPOLITAN TRANSIT · Firm: BLANK ROME GOVERNMENT RELATIONS
FY27 Transportation, Housing and Urban Development Appropriations bill (H.R.9170/H.Rept.119-686) and Senate - Support funding the Capital Investment Grant (CIG) program at authorized level and funding for VIA's Advanced Rapid Transit (ART) East-West Corridor in the CIG Small Starts pipeline. Support time extension of allocated funding to avoid lapse.
Department of the Interior, Environment, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2027
Client: CITY AND BOROUGH OF JUNEAU · Firm: BLANK ROME GOVERNMENT RELATIONS
H.R.9171 FY 27 Interior, Environment and Related Agencies Appropriation bill and H.R.9022 FY27 Energy & Water Development and Related Agencies Appropriations bill and Senate versions. Support Congressionally Directed Spending and Community Project Funding for a landfill facility.
Department of the Interior, Environment, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2027
Client: CITY AND BOROUGH OF JUNEAU · Firm: BLANK ROME GOVERNMENT RELATIONS
H.R.9171 FY 27 Interior, Environment and Related Agencies Appropriation bill and H.R.9022 FY27 Energy & Water Development and Related Agencies Appropriations bill and Senate versions. Support Congressionally Directed Spending and Community Project Funding for a landfill facility. Initiate a feasibility study in response to the imminent and recurring threat of glacial flooding in Juneau.
Water Resources Development Act of 2026
Client: CITY AND BOROUGH OF JUNEAU · Firm: BLANK ROME GOVERNMENT RELATIONS
Support legislative proposals in the next Surface Transportation (H.R.8870) and Water Resources Authorization bill (H.R.9497 and S.4949).
Water Resources Development Act of 2026
Client: CITY AND BOROUGH OF JUNEAU · Firm: BLANK ROME GOVERNMENT RELATIONS
Support legislative proposals in the next Surface Transportation (H.R.8870) and Water Resources Authorization bill (H.R.9497 and S.4949).
A bill to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to modify the railroad track maintenance credit.
Client: ALASKA RAILROAD CORP · Firm: BLANK ROME GOVERNMENT RELATIONS
Issues related to allocation and nonfederal match rates of FTA formula funds in Alaska and federal cost shares. Support existing federal grant programs in Surface Transportation Authorization. Support repeal of DOT INFRA grants cap on rail and port projects. Support federal agency grant applications for Alaska rail projects. Support H.R.516 and S.1532 Shortline Railroad Tax Credit. Support DOT/FRA CRISI grant funding for Port MacKenzie Rail Extension. Issues related to Surface Transportation Reauthorization.
A bill to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to modify the railroad track maintenance credit.
Client: ALASKA RAILROAD CORP · Firm: BLANK ROME GOVERNMENT RELATIONS
Issues related to allocation and nonfederal match rates of FTA formula funds in Alaska and federal cost shares. Support existing federal grant programs in Surface Transportation Authorization. Support repeal of DOT INFRA grants cap on rail and port projects. Support federal agency grant applications for Alaska rail projects. Support H.R.516 and S.1532 Shortline Railroad Tax Credit. Support DOT/FRA CRISI grant funding for Port MacKenzie Rail Extension. Issues related to Surface Transportation Reauthorization. Issues related to FY27 Transportation, Housing and Urban Development Appropriations bill.
A bill to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to modify the railroad track maintenance credit.
Client: ALASKA RAILROAD CORP · Firm: BLANK ROME GOVERNMENT RELATIONS
Issues related to allocation and nonfederal match rates of FTA formula funds in Alaska and federal cost shares. Support existing federal grant programs in Surface Transportation Authorization. Support repeal of DOT INFRA grants cap on rail and port projects. Support federal agency grant applications for Alaska rail projects. Support H.R.516 and S.1532 Shortline Railroad Tax Credit. Support DOT/FRA CRISI grant funding for Port MacKenzie Rail Extension. Issues related to Surface Transportation Reauthorization. Issues related to FY27 Transportation, Housing and Urban Development Appropriations bill.
Water Resources Development Act of 2026
Client: CITY AND BOROUGH OF JUNEAU · Firm: BLANK ROME GOVERNMENT RELATIONS
Support legislative proposals in the next Surface Transportation (H.R.8870) and Water Resources Authorization bill (H.R.9497 and S.4949).
Water Resources Development Act of 2026
Client: CITY AND BOROUGH OF JUNEAU · Firm: BLANK ROME GOVERNMENT RELATIONS
Support legislative proposals in the next Surface Transportation (H.R.8870) and Water Resources Authorization bill (H.R.9497 and S.4949).
To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to modify the railroad track maintenance credit.
Client: ALASKA RAILROAD CORP · Firm: BLANK ROME GOVERNMENT RELATIONS
Issues related to allocation and nonfederal match rates of FTA formula funds in Alaska and federal cost shares. Support existing federal grant programs in surface transportation authorization. Support federal agency grant applications for Alaska rail projects. Support rail extension projects for Alaska Railroad Support HR516 Shortline Railroad Tax Credit. Support earmark request for freight rail cars.
To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to modify the railroad track maintenance credit.
Client: ALASKA RAILROAD CORP · Firm: BLANK ROME GOVERNMENT RELATIONS
Issues related to allocation and nonfederal match rates of FTA formula funds in Alaska and federal cost shares. Support existing federal grant programs in surface transportation authorization. Support repeal of DOT INFRA grants cap on rail and port projects. Support federal agency grant applications for Alaska rail projects. Support rail extension projects for Alaska Railroad. Support H.R.516 and S.1532 Shortline Railroad Tax Credit. Support earmark request for freight rail cars. Support DOT/FRA CRISI grant STC funding for Port MacKenzie Rail Extension.
To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to modify the railroad track maintenance credit.
Client: ALASKA RAILROAD CORP · Firm: BLANK ROME GOVERNMENT RELATIONS
Issues related to allocation and nonfederal match rates of FTA formula funds in Alaska and federal cost shares. Support existing federal grant programs in surface transportation authorization. Support repeal of DOT INFRA grants cap on rail and port projects. Support federal agency grant applications for Alaska rail projects. Support rail extension projects for Alaska Railroad. Support H.R.516 and S.1532 Shortline Railroad Tax Credit. Support DOT/FRA CRISI grant STC funding for Port MacKenzie Rail Extension.
To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to modify the railroad track maintenance credit.
Client: ALASKA RAILROAD CORP · Firm: BLANK ROME GOVERNMENT RELATIONS
Issues related to allocation and nonfederal match rates of FTA formula funds in Alaska and federal cost shares. Support existing federal grant programs in surface transportation authorization. Support repeal of DOT INFRA grants cap on rail and port projects. Support federal agency grant applications for Alaska rail projects. Support rail extension projects for Alaska Railroad. Support H.R.516 and S.1532 Shortline Railroad Tax Credit. Support earmark request for freight rail cars.
A bill to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to modify the railroad track maintenance credit.
Client: ALASKA RAILROAD CORP · Firm: BLANK ROME GOVERNMENT RELATIONS
Issues related to allocation and nonfederal match rates of FTA formula funds in Alaska and federal cost shares. Support existing federal grant programs in surface transportation authorization. Support repeal of DOT INFRA grants cap on rail and port projects. Support federal agency grant applications for Alaska rail projects. Support rail extension projects for Alaska Railroad. Support H.R.516 and S.1532 Shortline Railroad Tax Credit. Support DOT/FRA CRISI grant STC funding for Port MacKenzie Rail Extension.
A bill to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to modify the railroad track maintenance credit.
Client: ALASKA RAILROAD CORP · Firm: BLANK ROME GOVERNMENT RELATIONS
Issues related to allocation and nonfederal match rates of FTA formula funds in Alaska and federal cost shares. Support existing federal grant programs in surface transportation authorization. Support repeal of DOT INFRA grants cap on rail and port projects. Support federal agency grant applications for Alaska rail projects. Support rail extension projects for Alaska Railroad. Support H.R.516 and S.1532 Shortline Railroad Tax Credit. Support earmark request for freight rail cars.
A bill to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to modify the railroad track maintenance credit.
Client: ALASKA RAILROAD CORP · Firm: BLANK ROME GOVERNMENT RELATIONS
Issues related to allocation and nonfederal match rates of FTA formula funds in Alaska and federal cost shares. Support existing federal grant programs in surface transportation authorization. Support repeal of DOT INFRA grants cap on rail and port projects. Support federal agency grant applications for Alaska rail projects. Support rail extension projects for Alaska Railroad. Support H.R.516 and S.1532 Shortline Railroad Tax Credit. Support earmark request for freight rail cars. Support DOT/FRA CRISI grant STC funding for Port MacKenzie Rail Extension.
Baby Changing on Board Act
Client: ALASKA RAILROAD CORP · Firm: BLANK ROME GOVERNMENT RELATIONS
Issues related to allocation of FTA formula funds in Alaska. Support federal agency grant applications for Alaska rail projects. Support rail extension projects for Alaska Railroad. Provide information on S.4315 Baby Changing on Board Act. Provide information in Passenger Rail Liability Cap.
FAA Reauthorization Act of 2024
Client: CITY AND BOROUGH OF JUNEAU · Firm: BLANK ROME GOVERNMENT RELATIONS
H.R. 3935, FAA Reauthorization Bill - Provisions related to Approach Light Systems. FY25 Transportation, Housing & Urband Development, and Related Agencies Appropriations bill - support funding for Transportation Security Administration Law Enforcement Officer program.
FAA Reauthorization Act of 2024
Client: CITY AND BOROUGH OF JUNEAU · Firm: BLANK ROME GOVERNMENT RELATIONS
H.R. 3935, FAA Reauthorization Bill - Provisions related to Approach Light Systems.
Railroad Safety Enhancement Act of 2024
Client: SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA REGIONAL RAIL AUTHORITY · Firm: BLANK ROME GOVERNMENT RELATIONS
Monitor regulatory and legislative action related to railroads and public transit, including S.576, Railway Safety Act of 2023 and H.R. 8996. Issues related to railroad emissions regulations.
Railroad Safety Enhancement Act of 2024
Client: CANADIAN NATIONAL RAILWAY · Firm: BLANK ROME GOVERNMENT RELATIONS
Implementation of Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (P.L. 117-58) and federal agency grant programs. Monitor Surface Transportation Board activity. Monitor Congressional activity and rail bills affecting Class I railroads, including S. 576 - Railway Safety Act of 2023 and H.R. 8996.
Railroad Safety Enhancement Act of 2024
Client: SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA REGIONAL RAIL AUTHORITY · Firm: BLANK ROME GOVERNMENT RELATIONS
Monitor regulatory and legislative action related to railroads and public transit, including S.576, Railway Safety Act of 2023 and H.R. 8996. Issues related to railroad emissions regulations.
Transportation, Housing and Urban Development, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2025
Client: ALASKA RAILROAD CORP · Firm: BLANK ROME GOVERNMENT RELATIONS
FY25 Transportation, Housing and Urban Development Related Agencies Appropriations (THUD) bill (H.R. 9028, S. 4796) regarding Alaska Railroad Congressionally Directed Spending Projects.
Continuing Appropriations and Extensions Act, 2025
Client: CITY AND BOROUGH OF JUNEAU · Firm: BLANK ROME GOVERNMENT RELATIONS
No bill number - support approval of Alaska Governors request for Presidential emergency disaster declaration for the Mendenhall glacial lake outburst flood of August 2024. Support short term funding for pre-disaster mitigation from various federal agencies. H.R. 9747 - Continuing Appropriations and Extensions Act(through 12/20/2024) - support funding for flood fighting and a general investigation new start feasibility study.
Continuing Appropriations and Extensions Act, 2025
Client: CITY AND BOROUGH OF JUNEAU · Firm: BLANK ROME GOVERNMENT RELATIONS
No bill number - support approval of Alaska Governors request for Presidential emergency disaster declaration for the Mendenhall glacial lake outburst flood of August 2024. Support short term funding for pre-disaster mitigation from various federal agencies. H.R. 9747 - Continuing Appropriations and Extensions Act(through 12/20/2024) - support funding for flood fighting and a general investigation new start feasibility study.
Continuing Appropriations and Extensions Act, 2025
Client: CITY AND BOROUGH OF JUNEAU · Firm: BLANK ROME GOVERNMENT RELATIONS
Support approval of Alaska Governors request for Presidential emergency disaster declaration for the Mendenhall glacial lake outburst flood of August 2024. No bill number - support short term funding for pre-disaster mitigation from various federal agencies. H.R. 9747 - Continuing Appropriations and Extensions Act (through 12/20/2024) - support funding for flood fighting and a general investigation new start feasibility study.
Baby Changing on Board Act
Client: ALASKA RAILROAD CORP · Firm: BLANK ROME GOVERNMENT RELATIONS
Issues related to allocation of FTA formula funds in Alaska. Support federal agency grant applications for Alaska rail projects. Support rail extension projects for Alaska Railroad Provide information on S.4315 Baby Changing on Board Act. Provide information in Passenger Rail Liability Cap.
Transportation, Housing and Urban Development, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2025
Client: ALASKA RAILROAD CORP · Firm: BLANK ROME GOVERNMENT RELATIONS
FY25 Transportation, Housing and Urban Development Related Agencies Appropriations (THUD) bill (H.R. 9028, S. 4796) regarding Alaska Railroad Congressionally Directed Spending Projects.
Railway Safety Act of 2023
Client: SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA REGIONAL RAIL AUTHORITY · Firm: BLANK ROME GOVERNMENT RELATIONS
Monitor regulatory and legislative action related to railroads and public transit, including S.576, Railway Safety Act of 2023 and H.R. 8996. Issues related to railroad emissions regulations.
Railway Safety Act of 2023
Client: CANADIAN NATIONAL RAILWAY · Firm: BLANK ROME GOVERNMENT RELATIONS
Implementation of Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (P.L. 117-58) and federal agency grant programs. Monitor Surface Transportation Board activity. Monitor Congressional activity and rail bills affecting Class I railroads, including S. 576 - Railway Safety Act of 2023.
Railway Safety Act of 2023
Client: CANADIAN NATIONAL RAILWAY · Firm: BLANK ROME GOVERNMENT RELATIONS
Implementation of Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (P.L. 117-58) and federal agency grant programs. Monitor Surface Transportation Board activity. Monitor Congressional activity and rail bills affecting Class I railroads, including S. 576 - Railway Safety Act of 2023.
Railway Safety Act of 2023
Client: CANADIAN NATIONAL RAILWAY · Firm: BLANK ROME GOVERNMENT RELATIONS
Implementation of Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (P.L. 117-58) and federal agency grant programs. Monitor Surface Transportation Board activity. Monitor Congressional activity and rail bills affecting Class I railroads, including S. 576 - Railway Safety Act of 2023.
Railway Safety Act of 2023
Client: CANADIAN NATIONAL RAILWAY · Firm: BLANK ROME GOVERNMENT RELATIONS
Implementation of Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (P.L. 117-58) and federal agency grant programs. Monitor Surface Transportation Board activity. Monitor Congressional activity and rail bills affecting Class I railroads. S. 576 - Railway Safety Act of 2023.
Railway Safety Act of 2023
Client: SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA REGIONAL RAIL AUTHORITY · Firm: BLANK ROME GOVERNMENT RELATIONS
Monitor regulatory and legislative action related to railroads and public transit, including S. 576 - Railway Safety Act of 2023.
Railway Safety Act of 2023
Client: CANADIAN NATIONAL RAILWAY · Firm: BLANK ROME GOVERNMENT RELATIONS
Implementation of Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (P.L. 117-58) and federal agency grant programs. Monitor Surface Transportation Board activity. Monitor Congressional activity and rail bills affecting Class I railroads, including S. 576 - Railway Safety Act of 2023 and H.R. 8996.
Railway Safety Act of 2023
Client: ALASKA RAILROAD CORP · Firm: BLANK ROME GOVERNMENT RELATIONS
Issues related to allocation of FTA formula funds in Alaska. FY25 Transportation, Housing and Urban Development, and Related Agencies Appropriations bill relating to Alaska Railroad Congressionally Designated Projects. Respond to Alaska Senate staff and Senate and House committee staff on impacts to Alaska Railroad of S.576, Railway Safety Act of 2023. Issue related to the Northern Rail Extension (NRE). Support federal agency grant applications
Railway Safety Act of 2023
Client: SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA REGIONAL RAIL AUTHORITY · Firm: BLANK ROME GOVERNMENT RELATIONS
Monitor regulatory and legislative action related to railroads and public transit, including S.576, Railway Safety Act of 2023 and H.R. 8996. Issues related to railroad emissions regulations.
Railway Safety Act of 2023
Client: SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA REGIONAL RAIL AUTHORITY · Firm: BLANK ROME GOVERNMENT RELATIONS
Monitor regulatory and legislative action related to railroads and public transit, including S. 576 - Railway Safety Act of 2023. Issues related to railroad emissions regulations.
FAA Reauthorization Act of 2024
Client: CITY AND BOROUGH OF JUNEAU · Firm: BLANK ROME GOVERNMENT RELATIONS
H.R. 3935, FAA Reauthorization Bill - Provisions related to Approach Light Systems.
FAA Reauthorization Act of 2024
Client: CITY AND BOROUGH OF JUNEAU · Firm: BLANK ROME GOVERNMENT RELATIONS
H.R. 3935, FAA Reauthorization Bill - Provisions related to Approach Light Systems.
FAA Reauthorization Act of 2024
Client: CITY AND BOROUGH OF JUNEAU · Firm: BLANK ROME GOVERNMENT RELATIONS
H.R. 3935, FAA Reauthorization Bill - Provisions related to Approach Light Systems.
Railway Safety Act of 2023
Client: SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA REGIONAL RAIL AUTHORITY · Firm: BLANK ROME GOVERNMENT RELATIONS
Monitor regulatory and legislative action related to railroads and public transit, including S. 576 - Railway Safety Act of 2023.
Railway Safety Act of 2023
Client: CANADIAN NATIONAL RAILWAY · Firm: BLANK ROME GOVERNMENT RELATIONS
Implementation of Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (P.L. 117-58) and federal agency grant programs. Monitor Surface Transportation Board activity. Monitor Congressional activity and rail bills affecting Class I railroads. S. 576 - Railway Safety Act of 2023.
Railway Safety Act of 2023
Client: ALASKA RAILROAD CORP · Firm: BLANK ROME GOVERNMENT RELATIONS
Issues related to allocation of FTA formula funds in Alaska. FY24 Transportation, Housing and Urban Development, and Related Agencies Appropriations bill relating to Alaska Issues relating to Railroad Congressionally Designated Projects. Implementation of Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (P.L. 117-58). Support FRA renewal of LNG Haulage Permit. General information to FTA HQ staff on Alaska RR and its needs. Respond to Alaska Senate staff and Senate and House committee staff on impacts to Alaska Railroad of S.576, Railway Safety Act of 2023.
Railway Safety Act of 2023
Client: CANADIAN NATIONAL RAILWAY · Firm: BLANK ROME GOVERNMENT RELATIONS
Implementation of Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (P.L. 117-58) and federal agency grant programs. Monitor Surface Transportation Board activity. Monitor Congressional activity and rail bills affecting Class I railroads. S. 576 - Railway Safety Act of 2023.
Railway Safety Act of 2023
Client: ALASKA RAILROAD CORP · Firm: BLANK ROME GOVERNMENT RELATIONS
Issues related to allocation of FTA formula funds in Alaska. FY24 Transportation, Housing and Urban Development, and Related Agencies Appropriations bill relating to Alaska Railroad Congressionally Designated Projects. Support FRA renewal of LNG Haulage Permit. Respond to Alaska Senate staff and Senate and House committee staff on impacts to Alaska Railroad of S.576, Railway Safety Act of 2023. Issue related to the Northern Rail Extension (NRE). Support federal agency grant applications
Railway Safety Act of 2023
Client: CANADIAN NATIONAL RAILWAY · Firm: BLANK ROME GOVERNMENT RELATIONS
Implementation of Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (P.L. 117-58) and federal agency grant programs. Monitor Surface Transportation Board activity, including CP-KCS merger proceeding. Monitor Congressional activity affecting Class I railroads, including S.576 and other rail bills.
Railway Safety Act of 2023
Client: SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA REGIONAL RAIL AUTHORITY · Firm: BLANK ROME GOVERNMENT RELATIONS
Monitor regulatory and legislative action related to railroads and public transit, including S. 576 - Railway Safety Act of 2023.
Railway Safety Act of 2023
Client: ALASKA RAILROAD CORP · Firm: BLANK ROME GOVERNMENT RELATIONS
Issues related to allocation of FTA formula funds in Alaska. FY24 Transportation, Housing and Urban Development, and Related Agencies Appropriations bill relating to Alaska Issues relating to Railroad Congressionally Designated Projects. Implementation of Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (P.L. 117-58). Support FRA renewal of LNG Haulage Permit. General information to FTA HQ staff on Alaska RR and its needs. Respond to Alaska Senate staff and Senate and House committee staff on impacts to Alaska Railroad of S.576, Railway Safety Act of 2023. Issue related to the Norther Rail Extension (NRE).
Railway Safety Act of 2023
Client: CANADIAN NATIONAL RAILWAY · Firm: BLANK ROME GOVERNMENT RELATIONS
Implementation of Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (P.L. 117-58) and federal agency grant programs. Monitor Surface Transportation Board activity. Monitor Congressional activity and rail bills affecting Class I railroads. S. 576 - Railway Safety Act of 2023.
Railway Safety Act of 2023
Client: SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA REGIONAL RAIL AUTHORITY · Firm: BLANK ROME GOVERNMENT RELATIONS
Monitor regulatory and legislative action related to railroads and public transit, including S. 576 - Railway Safety Act of 2023.
To provide for a resolution with respect to the unresolved disputes between certain railroads represented by the National Carriers' Conference Committee of the National Railway Labor Conference and certain of their employees.
Client: CANADIAN NATIONAL RAILWAY · Firm: BLANK ROME GOVERNMENT RELATIONS
Implementation of Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (P.L. 117-58) and federal agency grant programs. Monitor Surface Transportation Board activity. Monitor Congressional activity affecting Class I railroads, including H.J. Res. 100 and amendments.
To provide for a resolution with respect to the unresolved disputes between certain railroads represented by the National Carriers' Conference Committee of the National Railway Labor Conference and certain of their employees.
Client: SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA REGIONAL RAIL AUTHORITY · Firm: BLANK ROME GOVERNMENT RELATIONS
Monitor regulatory and legislative action related to railroads and public transit. Monitor S.J. Res. 61 and H.J. Res. 95, relating to freight railroad work stoppage and impacts on SCRRA. Monitor H.J. Res. 100. Research issues and arrange meetings with EPA staff on locomotive emissions.
To provide for the resolution of issues in a railway labor-management dispute, and for other purposes.
Client: SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA REGIONAL RAIL AUTHORITY · Firm: BLANK ROME GOVERNMENT RELATIONS
Monitor regulatory and legislative action related to railroads and public transit. Monitor S.J. Res. 61 and H.J. Res. 95.
To provide for the resolution of issues in a railway labor-management dispute, and for other purposes.
Client: SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA REGIONAL RAIL AUTHORITY · Firm: BLANK ROME GOVERNMENT RELATIONS
Monitor regulatory and legislative action related to railroads and public transit. Monitor S.J. Res. 61 and H.J. Res. 95, relating to freight railroad work stoppage and impacts on SCRRA. Monitor H.J. Res. 100. Research issues and arrange meetings with EPA staff on locomotive emissions.
To provide for the resolution of issues in a railway labor-management dispute, and for other purposes.
Client: CANADIAN NATIONAL RAILWAY · Firm: BLANK ROME GOVERNMENT RELATIONS
Implementation of Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (P.L. 117-58) and federal agency grant programs. Monitor Surface Transportation Board activity. Monitor Congressional activity affecting Class I railroads, including S.J. Res. 61 and H.J. Res. 95.
State, Local, Tribal, and Territorial Fiscal Recovery, Infrastructure, and Disaster Relief Flexibility Act
Client: CITY AND BOROUGH OF JUNEAU · Firm: BLANK ROME GOVERNMENT RELATIONS
P.L. 117-58 - Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA) - support for funding programs that are important to cities and counties. FY23 Transportation, Housing and Urban Development, and Related Agencies Appropriations bill (P.L. 117-328) - support Congressionally directed spending and the State, Local, Tribal and Territorial Fiscal Recovery, Infrastructure, and Disaster Relief Flexibility Act included by amendment. S. 3100 and H.R. 5735 - support provisions related to the Local Assistance and Tribal Consistency Fund in the American Rescue Plan Act.
National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2023
Client: MUNICIPALITY OF ANCHORAGE · Firm: BLANK ROME GOVERNMENT RELATIONS
Research and support for grant funding for the Port of Alaska to improve port infrastructure and reconstruct cargo docks. DOT credit and grants programs (e.g., TIFIA/RRIF, PIDP, MHP and MEGA/INFRA/RURAL). Issues and support for Port of Alaska Modernization Plan (PAMP) project implementation. Implementation of Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (P.L. 117-58, Bipartisan Infrastructure Law). FY23 Transportation, Housing and Urban Development, and Related Agencies Appropriations bill (P.L. 117-328) - support Port of Alaska Congressionally Designated Project. MARAD application of NEPA to grants. Issues related to the MARAD reauthorization bill FY23 (H.R. 7900).
National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2023
Client: MUNICIPALITY OF ANCHORAGE · Firm: BLANK ROME GOVERNMENT RELATIONS
Research and support for grant funding for the Port of Alaska to construct two new drydocks. FAST-41 process and the ACOE. DOT credit and grants programs (e.g., TIFIA/RRIF, PIDP, MHP and MEGA/INFRA/RURAL). Issues and support for Port of Alaska Modernization Plan (PAMP) project implementation. Implementation of Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (P.L. 117-58). FY23 Appropriations - support Community Project Funding. MARAD application of NEPA to grants. Issues related to the MARAD reauthorization bill FY23 (H.R. 7900).
Transportation, Housing and Urban Development, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2023
Client: SHREVEPORT AREA TRANSIT SYSTEM (SPORTRAN) · Firm: BLANK ROME GOVERNMENT RELATIONS
Support grant applications at USDOT. Monitor issues related to infrastructure programs in FY23 Budget Request. Monitor issues related to infrastructure programs in FY23 THUD Appropriations bills (H.R. 8294 & S. 4670).
Transportation, Housing and Urban Development, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2023
Client: SHREVEPORT AREA TRANSIT SYSTEM (SPORTRAN) · Firm: BLANK ROME GOVERNMENT RELATIONS
Support grant applications at USDOT. Monitor issues related to infrastructure programs in FY23 T-HUD Appropriations bills (H.R. 8294 & S. 4670). Monitor activity at the Surface Transportation Board.
PUMP for Nursing Mothers Act
Client: ALASKA RAILROAD CORP · Firm: BLANK ROME GOVERNMENT RELATIONS
Issues related to allocation of FTA formula funds in Alaska. FY23 Transportation, Housing and Urban Development, and Related Agencies Appropriations bill relating to Alaska railroad projects. Implementation of Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (P.L. 117-58). Urge support for DOT RAISE grant application. Support technical amendments for railroads in PUMP Act (S. 1658).
P.L. 117-58 - Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA) - support for funding programs that are important to cities and counties. FY23 Transportation, Housing and Urban Development, and Related Agencies Appropriations bill (P.L. 117-328) - support Congressionally directed spending and the State, Local, Tribal and Territorial Fiscal Recovery, Infrastructure, and Disaster Relief Flexibility Act included by amendment. S. 3100 and H.R. 5735 - support provisions related to the Local Assistance and Tribal Consistency Fund in the American Rescue Plan Act.
Transportation, Housing and Urban Development, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2023
Client: SHREVEPORT AREA TRANSIT SYSTEM (SPORTRAN) · Firm: BLANK ROME GOVERNMENT RELATIONS
Support grant applications at USDOT. Monitor issues related to infrastructure programs in FY23 T-HUD Appropriations bills (H.R. 8294 & S. 4670). Monitor activity at the Surface Transportation Board.
Transportation, Housing and Urban Development, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2023
Client: SHREVEPORT AREA TRANSIT SYSTEM (SPORTRAN) · Firm: BLANK ROME GOVERNMENT RELATIONS
Support grant applications at USDOT. Monitor issues related to infrastructure programs in FY23 Budget Request. Monitor issues related to infrastructure programs in FY23 THUD Appropriations bills (H.R. 8294 & S. 4670).
A joint resolution to provide for the resolution of issues in a railway labor-management dispute, and for other purposes.
Client: CANADIAN NATIONAL RAILWAY · Firm: BLANK ROME GOVERNMENT RELATIONS
Implementation of Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (P.L. 117-58) and federal agency grant programs. Monitor Surface Transportation Board activity. Monitor Congressional activity affecting Class I railroads, including S.J. Res. 61 and H.J. Res. 95.
A joint resolution to provide for the resolution of issues in a railway labor-management dispute, and for other purposes.
Client: SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA REGIONAL RAIL AUTHORITY · Firm: BLANK ROME GOVERNMENT RELATIONS
Monitor regulatory and legislative action related to railroads and public transit. Monitor S.J. Res. 61 and H.J. Res. 95, relating to freight railroad work stoppage and impacts on SCRRA. Monitor H.J. Res. 100. Research issues and arrange meetings with EPA staff on locomotive emissions.
A joint resolution to provide for the resolution of issues in a railway labor-management dispute, and for other purposes.
Client: SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA REGIONAL RAIL AUTHORITY · Firm: BLANK ROME GOVERNMENT RELATIONS
Monitor regulatory and legislative action related to railroads and public transit. Monitor S.J. Res. 61 and H.J. Res. 95.
American Rescue Plan Act of 2021
Client: CAPITAL METROPOLITAN TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY · Firm: BLANK ROME GOVERNMENT RELATIONS
H.R. 4550/H. Rept. 117-99 - support transit funding, including funding for two of Capital Metros FTA Capital Investment Grant (CIG) Small Start projects. H.R. 1319 - American Rescue Plan Act of 2021.
Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act
Client: CAPITAL METROPOLITAN TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY · Firm: BLANK ROME GOVERNMENT RELATIONS
Grant applications at DOT and FTA. H.R. 3684 Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA) - support for transit funding. H.R. 5376 Build Back Better Act - support for transit and housing coordination funding, support for financing provisions beneficial to transit.
Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act
Client: ALASKA RAILROAD CORP · Firm: BLANK ROME GOVERNMENT RELATIONS
Issues related to designation and use of Railroad Right of Way. Issues related to allocation of FTA formula funds in Alaska. FY22 Transportation, Housing and Urban Development, and Related Agencies Appropriations bill relating to Alaska railroad projects. FY22 Surface Transportation Reauthorization/Infrastructure bill relating to Alaska railroad bridges and avalanche control railroad projects, formula funding (H.R. 3684). Streamlining railroad historic preservation and grant caps on rail and port projects. FRA approval of extension of permit to haul LNG.
Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act
Client: ALASKA RAILROAD CORP · Firm: BLANK ROME GOVERNMENT RELATIONS
Issues related to designation and use of Railroad Right of Way. Issues related to allocation of FTA formula funds in Alaska. FY22 Transportation, Housing and Urban Development, and Related Agencies Appropriations bill relating to Alaska railroad projects. FY22 Surface Transportation Reauthorization/Infrastructure bill relating to Alaska railroad bridges and avalanche control railroad projects, formula funding (H.R. 3684). Streamlining railroad historic preservation and grant caps on rail and port projects. FRA approval of extension of permit to haul LNG.
Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act
Client: CAPITAL METROPOLITAN TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY · Firm: BLANK ROME GOVERNMENT RELATIONS
P.L. 117-2 - Emergency funding for transit agencies. FY22 Appropriations for community project funding. Grant applications at DOT, FTA, FEMA and OMB. H.R. 3684, INVEST in America Act - Member designated projects.
Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act
Client: CITY AND BOROUGH OF JUNEAU · Firm: BLANK ROME GOVERNMENT RELATIONS
H.R. 3684 Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA) - support for funding programs that are important to cities and counties. H.R. 5376 Build Back Better Act - support for funding programs that are important to cities and counties.
Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act
Client: VIA METROPOLITAN TRANSIT · Firm: BLANK ROME GOVERNMENT RELATIONS
H.R. 3684 Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA) - support for transit funding. H.R. 5376 Build Back Better Act - support for transit and housing coordination funding, support for financing provisions beneficial to transit, support for an extension of the Alternative Fuels Tax Credit (26 USC 6426) and the creation of a new Renewable Natural Gas (RNG) tax credit. Grant applications at the Federal Transit Administration.
Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act
Client: VIA METROPOLITAN TRANSIT · Firm: BLANK ROME GOVERNMENT RELATIONS
P.L. 117-2 - Emergency funding for transit agencies. FY22 Appropriations for community project funding. Issues related to extension of the Alternative Fuels Tax Credit (26 USC 6426) and the creation of a new Renewable Natural Gas (RNG) tax credit. H.R. 3684, INVEST in America Act - Federal Transit Administration Capital Investment Grant Program, the Low or No Emissions Grant Program, and Member designated projects. Grant applications at the Federal Transit Administration.
Support flood fighting efforts under the Flood Control and Coastal Emergency Act. Support securing authorization and funding for the construction of an emergency prototype measure in response to the imminent and recurring threat of glacial flooding in Juneau. Support homeport initiative for US Coast Guard icebreaker, including development of supplemental local housing for assigned personnel. Monitor US Coast Guard refitting and commissioning of a commercially-available icebreaker, and monitor US Coast Guard homeport capital planning.
H.R.9171 FY 27 Interior, Environment and Related Agencies Appropriation bill and H.R.9022 FY27 Energy & Water Development and Related Agencies Appropriations bill and Senate versions. Support Congressionally Directed Spending and Community Project Funding for a landfill facility.
Support legislative proposals in the next Surface Transportation (H.R.8870) and Water Resources Authorization bill (H.R.9497 and S.4949).
Support Congressionally Directed Spending and Community Project Funding for landfill facilities.
Filing targets: Agriculture, Dept of (USDA), Army, Dept of (Corps of Engineers), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Housing & Urban Development, Dept of (HUD), Maritime Administration (MARAD), Natl Oceanic & Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), SENATE, U.S. Coast Guard (USCG), U.S. Forest Service, White House Office
VIA METROPOLITAN TRANSIT via BLANK ROME GOVERNMENT RELATIONS
2026 · third_quarter · Q3
Support extension of the Alternative Fuels Tax credit.
FY27 Transportation, Housing and Urban Development Appropriations bill (H.R.9170/H.Rept.119-686) and Senate - Support funding the Capital Investment Grant (CIG) program at authorized level and funding for VIA's Advanced Rapid Transit (ART) East-West Corridor in the CIG Small Starts pipeline. Support time extension of allocated funding to avoid lapse.
H.R.8870 The BUILD America 250 Act - worked with coalitions to support and oppose provisions and amendments related to transit policy and funding. Monitor federal grant funding flows. Grant application at the Federal Transit Administration. F727 Transportation, Housing and Urban Development Appropriations bill (H.R.9170/H.Rept.119-686) and Senate - Support funding the Capital Investment Grant (CIG) program at authorized level and funding for VIA's Advanced Rapid Transit (ART) East-West Corridor in the CIG Small Starts pipeline. Support time extension of allocated funding to avoid lapse.
Filing targets: Federal Transit Administration (FTA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE, Transportation, Dept of (DOT)
SOUTH WEST TRANSIT ASSOCIATION via BLANK ROME GOVERNMENT RELATIONS
2026 · third_quarter · Q3
Surface Transportation Authorization - House (H.R. 8700) and Senate- support advance appropriations for transit programs.
H.R. 6500, the Continuing Appropriations and Extensions Act, 2027 - block or delay implementation of a proposed rule by the Office of Management and Budget to convert federal grant guidelines into legally binding regulations.
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
SHREVEPORT AREA TRANSIT SYSTEM (SPORTRAN) via BLANK ROME GOVERNMENT RELATIONS
2026 · third_quarter · Q3
Community Project Funding/Congressionally Directed Spending for bus facilities and autonomous vehicles. Support legislative proposals to create a set-aside (1.5%) of the Section 5307 formula program for high performing medium sized agencies, or those that serve between 200,00 and 999,999 populations.
Community Project Funding/Congressionally Directed Spending for bus facility and autonomous vehicles.
Filing targets: Federal Transit Administration (FTA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE, Transportation, Dept of (DOT)
COMMUTER RAIL COALITION via BLANK ROME GOVERNMENT RELATIONS
2026 · third_quarter · Q3
Support extending effective date of rail passenger accident liability cap from 30 days to 1 year in the House (H.R. 8870) and Senate surface transportation reauthorization bills. Support study & report to Congress on accessibility and affordability of liability insurance for commuter railroads in the House (H.R. 8870) and Senate surface transportation reauthorization bills. Support eligibility of commuter rail projects for Federal Railroad Administration grants. Support advanced appropriations in House (H.R. 8870) and Senate surface transportation reauthorization bills. Monitor federal rail-related grants for the FY26 grant cycle. Monitor status of House (H.R. 9170) and Senate Transportation, Housing, and Urban Development Appropriation bills.
Filing targets: Federal Railroad Administration, Federal Transit Administration (FTA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE, Transportation, Dept of (DOT)
CAPITAL METROPOLITAN TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY via BLANK ROME GOVERNMENT RELATIONS
2026 · third_quarter · Q3
Monitor federal grant funding flows. FY27 Transportation, Housing and Urban Development Appropriations bill (H.R.9170/H.Rept. 119-686) and Senate. Support overall transit funding, Community Project Funding for freight railroad projects and bus facilities, and legislative language addressing the Capital Investment Grant program. Support a grant application at the FRA and FTA for bus and rail projects.
FY27 Transportation, Housing and Urban Development Appropriations bill (H.R.9170/H.Rept 119-686) and Senate. Support overall transit funding, Community Project Funding, Capital Investment Grant criteria.
Filing targets: Federal Transit Administration (FTA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE, Transportation, Dept of (DOT)
SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA REGIONAL RAIL AUTHORITY via BLANK ROME GOVERNMENT RELATIONS
2026 · third_quarter · Q3
Monitor regulatory and legislative action related to railroads and public transit.
Filing targets: Federal Railroad Administration, Federal Transit Administration (FTA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE, Transportation, Dept of (DOT)
ALASKA RAILROAD CORP via BLANK ROME GOVERNMENT RELATIONS
2026 · third_quarter · Q3
Issues related to allocation and nonfederal match rates of FTA formula funds in Alaska and federal cost shares. Support existing federal grant programs in Surface Transportation Authorization. Support repeal of DOT INFRA grants cap on rail and port projects. Support federal agency grant applications for Alaska rail projects. Support H.R.516 and S.1532 Shortline Railroad Tax Credit. Support DOT/FRA CRISI grant funding for Port MacKenzie Rail Extension. Issues related to Surface Transportation Reauthorization. Issues related to FY27 Transportation, Housing and Urban Development Appropriations bill.
Filing targets: Federal Railroad Administration, HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE, Transportation, Dept of (DOT)
SOUTH WEST TRANSIT ASSOCIATION via BLANK ROME GOVERNMENT RELATIONS
2026 · third_quarter · RR
Funding for federal transit programs. Federal policy and regulations that support efficient and effective federal transit program facilitation.
Funding for federal transit programs. Federal policy and regulations that support efficient and effective federal transit program facilitation.
ALASKA RAILROAD CORP via BLANK ROME GOVERNMENT RELATIONS
2026 · second_quarter · Q2
Issues related to allocation and nonfederal match rates of FTA formula funds in Alaska and federal cost shares. Support existing federal grant programs in Surface Transportation Authorization. Support repeal of DOT INFRA grants cap on rail and port projects. Support federal agency grant applications for Alaska rail projects. Support H.R.516 and S.1532 Shortline Railroad Tax Credit. Support DOT/FRA CRISI grant funding for Port MacKenzie Rail Extension. Issues related to Surface Transportation Reauthorization. Issues related to FY27 Transportation, Housing and Urban Development Appropriations bill.
Filing targets: Federal Railroad Administration, HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE, Transportation, Dept of (DOT)
VIA METROPOLITAN TRANSIT via BLANK ROME GOVERNMENT RELATIONS
2026 · second_quarter · Q2
H.R.8870 The BUILD America 250 Act - worked with coalitions to support and oppose provisions and amendments related to transit policy and funding. Monitor federal grant funding flows. Grant application at the Federal Transit Administration. F727 Transportation, Housing and Urban Development Appropriations bill (H.R.9170/H.Rept.119-686) and Senate - Support funding the Capital Investment Grant (CIG) program at authorized level and funding for VIA's Advanced Rapid Transit (ART) East-West Corridor in the CIG Small Starts pipeline. Support time extension of allocated funding to avoid lapse.
Support extension of the Alternative Fuels Tax credit.
SHREVEPORT AREA TRANSIT SYSTEM (SPORTRAN) via BLANK ROME GOVERNMENT RELATIONS
2026 · second_quarter · Q2
Community Project Funding/Congressionally Directed Spending for bus facility and autonomous vehicles.
Community Project Funding/Congressionally Directed Spending for bus facilities and autonomous vehicles.
Filing targets: Federal Transit Administration (FTA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE, Transportation, Dept of (DOT)
COMMUTER RAIL COALITION via BLANK ROME GOVERNMENT RELATIONS
2026 · second_quarter · Q2
H.R.8700 the BUILD America 250 Act - Support extending effective date of rail passenger accident liability cap from 30 days to 1 year. Support study & report to Congress on accessibility and affordability of liability insurance for commuter railroads. Support eligibility of commuter rail projects for Federal Railroad Administration grants. Monitor federal rail-related grants for the FY26 grant cycle. Monitor status of committee introduction and consideration of Surface Transportation Reauthorization legislation. Analyze FY27 Transportation, Housing and Urban Development Appropriations bill (H.R.9170/H.Rept.119-686) for rail programs.
Filing targets: Federal Railroad Administration, Federal Transit Administration (FTA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE, Transportation, Dept of (DOT)
CITY AND BOROUGH OF JUNEAU via BLANK ROME GOVERNMENT RELATIONS
2026 · second_quarter · Q2
Support legislative proposals in the next Surface Transportation (H.R.8870) and Water Resources Authorization bill (H.R.9497 and S.4949).
Support, monitor, and track short term funding for pre-disaster mitigation from various federal agencies. Support implementation of Pub.L. 118-158 American Relief Act 2025. Support USACE work on project scoping and geotechnical studies for an emergency tunnel to address the imminent and recurring threat of glacial flooding. Community Development Block Grant - Disaster Recovery funding; and FEMA Disaster Relief Fund funding. Support regulatory flexibility to allow bank stabilization along a dynamic, glacier-fed river. Support continued advanced measures/technical assistance and flood fighting/emergency management.
CAPITAL METROPOLITAN TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY via BLANK ROME GOVERNMENT RELATIONS
2026 · second_quarter · Q2
FY27 Transportation, Housing and Urban Development Appropriations bill (H.R.9170/H.Rept 119-686) and Senate. Support overall transit funding, Community Project Funding, Capital Investment Grant criteria.
Monitor federal grant funding flows. Pub.L. 117-58 - Implementation of Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA/Bipartisan Infrastructure Law). FY27 Transportation, Housing and Urban Development Appropriations bill (H.R.9170/H.Rept. 119-686) and Senate. Support overall transit funding, Community Project Funding for freight railroad projects and bus facilities, and legislative language addressing the Capital Investment Grant program. Support a grant application at the Build America Bureau. H.R.8870 The BUILD America 250 Act - worked with coalitions to support and oppose provisions and amendments related to transit policy and funding.
Filing targets: Federal Transit Administration (FTA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE, Transportation, Dept of (DOT)
SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA REGIONAL RAIL AUTHORITY via BLANK ROME GOVERNMENT RELATIONS
2026 · second_quarter · Q2
Monitor regulatory and legislative action related to railroads and public transit.
Filing targets: Federal Railroad Administration, Federal Transit Administration (FTA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE, Transportation, Dept of (DOT)
CAPITAL METROPOLITAN TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY via BLANK ROME GOVERNMENT RELATIONS
2026 · first_quarter · Q1
Monitor federal grant funding flows. P.L. 117-58 - Implementation of Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA/Bipartisan Infrastructure Law). Support overall transit funding, Community Project Funding for freight railroad projects and bus facilities, Capital Investment Grant criteria. Support grant applications at the Build America Bureau. Monitor surface transportation reauthorization process and stakeholder issues related to transit and rail. Support legislative proposals in the next Surface Transportation Authorization bill.
Support overall transit funding, Community Project Funding, Capital Investment Grant criteria.
Filing targets: Federal Transit Administration (FTA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE, Transportation, Dept of (DOT)
EURO FOODS INC. DBA CITTERIO USA CORPORATION via BLANK ROME GOVERNMENT RELATIONS
2026 · first_quarter · Q1
Assistance on trade and tariff matters on food imported processing equipment.
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE, U.S. Trade Representative (USTR)
VIA METROPOLITAN TRANSIT via BLANK ROME GOVERNMENT RELATIONS
2026 · first_quarter · Q1
Monitor surface transportation reauthorization process and stakeholder issues related to transit. Monitor federal grant funding flows. Grant applications at the Federal Transit Administration. Support funding the Capital Investment Grant (CIG) program at authorized level and funding for VIA's Advanced Rapid Transit (ART) East-West Corridor in the CIG Small Starts pipeline.
Support extension of the Alternative Fuels Tax credit.
Support funding the Capital Investment Grant (CIG) program at authorized level and funding for VIA's Advanced Rapid Transit (ART) East-West Corridor in the CIG Small Starts pipeline.
SHREVEPORT AREA TRANSIT SYSTEM (SPORTRAN) via BLANK ROME GOVERNMENT RELATIONS
2026 · first_quarter · Q1
Community Project Funding/Congressionally Directed Spending for bus facility and autonomous vehicles.
Community Project Funding/Congressionally Directed Spending for bus facilities and autonomous vehicles. Support grant applications at the Federal Transit Administration.
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
CITY AND BOROUGH OF JUNEAU via BLANK ROME GOVERNMENT RELATIONS
2026 · first_quarter · Q1
Support Congressionally Directed Spending and Community Project Funding for landfill facility, to continue a feasibility study for replacement of an essential breakwater, and to initiate a feasibility study in response to the Presidentially-declared Juneau flood disaster.
Support flood fighting efforts under the Flood Control and Coastal Emergency Act. Support securing authorization and funding for a general investigations feasibility study in response to the Presidentially-declared Juneau glacial flood disaster. Support Congressionally Directed Spending and Community Project Funding to continue a feasibility study for replacement of an essential breakwater. Support homeport initiative for US Coast Guard icebreaker, including development of supplemental local housing for assigned personnel. Monitor US Coast Guard refitting and commissioning of a commercially-available icebreaker, and monitor US Coast Guard homeport capital planning.
COMMUTER RAIL COALITION via BLANK ROME GOVERNMENT RELATIONS
2026 · first_quarter · Q1
Monitor status of committee introduction and consideration of Surface Transportation Reauthorization legislation. Monitor status of FY26 DOT annual appropriations for rail programs. Analyze Administrations Proposed FY27 Budget for rail programs.
Filing targets: Federal Railroad Administration, Federal Transit Administration (FTA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE, Transportation, Dept of (DOT)
SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA REGIONAL RAIL AUTHORITY via BLANK ROME GOVERNMENT RELATIONS
2026 · first_quarter · Q1
Monitor regulatory and legislative action related to railroads and public transit.
Filing targets: Federal Railroad Administration, Federal Transit Administration (FTA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE, Transportation, Dept of (DOT)
ALASKA RAILROAD CORP via BLANK ROME GOVERNMENT RELATIONS
2026 · first_quarter · Q1
Issues related to allocation and nonfederal match rates of FTA formula funds in Alaska and federal cost shares. Support existing federal grant programs in Surface Transportation Authorization. Support repeal of DOT INFRA grants cap on rail and port projects. Support federal agency grant applications for Alaska rail projects. Support H.R.516 and S.1532 Shortline Railroad Tax Credit. Support DOT/FRA CRISI grant funding for Port MacKenzie Rail Extension. Issues related to Surface Transportation Reauthorization.
Filing targets: Federal Railroad Administration, HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE, Transportation, Dept of (DOT)
COMMUTER RAIL COALITION via BLANK ROME GOVERNMENT RELATIONS
2026 · first_quarter · RR
Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (P.L. 117-58); Surface transportation authorization bill; Transportation, Housing and Urban Development appropriations bills.
VIA METROPOLITAN TRANSIT via BLANK ROME GOVERNMENT RELATIONS
2025 · fourth_quarter · Q4
Pub.L. 117-58 - Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA) - support for transit funding. Monitor surface transportation reauthorization process and stakeholder issues related to transit. Monitor federal grant funding flows. Grant applications at the Federal Transit Administration. H.Rept. 119-212 and S.Rept. 119-47 - support funding the Capital Investment Grant program at authorized level and the Presidents Budget request. Monitor federal grant processing of previously awarded grants. Support legislative proposals in the next surface transportation authorization bill.
H.Rept. 119-212 and S.Rept. 119-47 - support funding the Capital Investment Grant program at authorized level and the Presidents Budget request.
CITY AND BOROUGH OF JUNEAU via BLANK ROME GOVERNMENT RELATIONS
2025 · fourth_quarter · Q4
Support legislative proposals in the next surface transportation and water resources authorization bill.
P.L. 117-58 - Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA) - support for funding programs that are important to cities and counties. H.Rept. 119-173 and Senate FY26 Homeland Security and Senate FY26 Energy & Water Support Congressionally directed spending.
P.L. 117-58 - Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA) implementation. Support flood fighting efforts under the Flood Control and Coastal Emergency Act. Support securing funding for a general investigations feasibility study in response to the Presidentially-declared Juneau glacial flood disaster. Senate FY26 Energy & Water - Support securing funding to initiate a feasibility study for replacement of an essential breakwater. Support homeport initiative for US Coast Guard icebreaker, including development of supplemental local housing for assigned personnel. Monitor US Coast Guard refitting and commissioning of a commercially-available icebreaker, and monitor US Coast Guard homeport capital planning. Support funding for marine infrastructure.
SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA REGIONAL RAIL AUTHORITY via BLANK ROME GOVERNMENT RELATIONS
2025 · fourth_quarter · Q4
Monitor regulatory and legislative action related to railroads and public transit.
Filing targets: Federal Railroad Administration, Federal Transit Administration (FTA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE, Transportation, Dept of (DOT)
ALASKA RAILROAD CORP via BLANK ROME GOVERNMENT RELATIONS
2025 · fourth_quarter · Q4
Issues related to allocation and nonfederal match rates of FTA formula funds in Alaska and federal cost shares. Support existing federal grant programs in surface transportation authorization. Support repeal of DOT INFRA grants cap on rail and port projects. Support federal agency grant applications for Alaska rail projects. Support rail extension projects for Alaska Railroad. Support H.R.516 and S.1532 Shortline Railroad Tax Credit. Support DOT/FRA CRISI grant STC funding for Port MacKenzie Rail Extension.
Filing targets: Federal Railroad Administration, HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE, Transportation, Dept of (DOT)
SHREVEPORT AREA TRANSIT SYSTEM (SPORTRAN) via BLANK ROME GOVERNMENT RELATIONS
2025 · fourth_quarter · Q4
H.Rept. 119-212 and S.Rept. 119-47 - support overall transit funding.
H.Rept. 119-212 and S.Rept. 119-47 - support overall transit funding. Support grant applications at the Federal Transit Administration. Monitor Amtrak grant applications and awards. Monitor federal grant processing of previously awarded grants.
Filing targets: AMTRAK - Natl Railroad Passenger Corporation, Federal Railroad Administration, Federal Transit Administration (FTA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE, Transportation, Dept of (DOT)
EURO FOODS INC. DBA CITTERIO USA CORPORATION via BLANK ROME GOVERNMENT RELATIONS
2025 · fourth_quarter · Q4
Assistance on trade and tariff matters on imported processing equipment.
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
CAPITAL METROPOLITAN TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY via BLANK ROME GOVERNMENT RELATIONS
2025 · fourth_quarter · Q4
Monitor federal grant funding flows. P.L. 117-58 - Implementation of Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA/Bipartisan Infrastructure Law). H. Rept. 119-212 and S.Rept. 119-47 - support overall transit funding. Support grant applications at the Federal Transit Administration. Monitor surface transportation reauthorization process and stakeholder issues related to transit and rail. Support legislative proposals in the next surface transportation authorization bill.
H.Rept. 119-212 and S.Rept. 119-47 - support overall transit funding and Community Project Funding.
Filing targets: Federal Transit Administration (FTA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE, Transportation, Dept of (DOT)
EURO FOODS INC. DBA CITTERIO USA CORPORATION via BLANK ROME GOVERNMENT RELATIONS
2025 · fourth_quarter · RR
Issues related to trade and tariff policies on imported equipment.
VIA METROPOLITAN TRANSIT via BLANK ROME GOVERNMENT RELATIONS
2025 · third_quarter · Q3
Pub.L. 117-58 - Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA) - support for transit funding. Monitor surface transportation reauthorization process and stakeholder issues related to transit. Monitor federal grant funding flows. Grant applications at the Federal Transit Administration. H.Rept. 119-212 and S.Rept. 119-47 - support funding the Capital Investment Grant program at authorized level and the Presidents Budget request. Monitor federal grant processing of previously awarded grants. Support legislative proposals in the next surface transportation authorization bill.
H.Rept. 119-212 and S.Rept. 119-47 - support funding the Capital Investment Grant program at authorized level and the Presidents Budget request.
Filing targets: Federal Transit Administration (FTA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE, Transportation, Dept of (DOT)
SHREVEPORT AREA TRANSIT SYSTEM (SPORTRAN) via BLANK ROME GOVERNMENT RELATIONS
2025 · third_quarter · Q3
H.Rept. 119-212 and S.Rept. 119-47 - support overall transit funding.
H.Rept. 119-212 and S.Rept. 119-47 - support overall transit funding. Support grant applications at the Federal Transit Administration. Monitor Amtrak grant applications and awards. Monitor federal grant processing of previously awarded grants.
Filing targets: AMTRAK - Natl Railroad Passenger Corporation, Federal Railroad Administration, Federal Transit Administration (FTA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE, Transportation, Dept of (DOT)
CITY AND BOROUGH OF JUNEAU via BLANK ROME GOVERNMENT RELATIONS
2025 · third_quarter · Q3
P.L. 117-58 - Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA) - support for funding programs that are important to cities and counties. H.Rept. 119-173 and Senate FY26 Homeland Security and Senate FY26 Energy & Water Support Congressionally directed spending.
P.L. 117-58 - Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA) implementation. Support flood fighting efforts under the Flood Control and Coastal Emergency Act. Support securing funding for a general investigations feasibility study in response to the Presidentially-declared Juneau glacial flood disaster. Senate FY26 Energy & Water - Support securing funding to initiate a feasibility study for replacement of an essential breakwater. Support homeport initiative for US Coast Guard icebreaker, including development of supplemental local housing for assigned personnel. Monitor US Coast Guard refitting and commissioning of a commercially-available icebreaker, and monitor US Coast Guard homeport capital planning. Support funding for marine infrastructure.
CAPITAL METROPOLITAN TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY via BLANK ROME GOVERNMENT RELATIONS
2025 · third_quarter · Q3
Monitor federal grant funding flows. P.L. 117-58 - Implementation of Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA/Bipartisan Infrastructure Law). H. Rept. 119-212 and S.Rept. 119-47 - support overall transit funding and Community Project Funding. Support grant applications at the Federal Transit Administration. Monitor surface transportation reauthorization process and stakeholder issues related to transit and rail. Support legislative proposals in the next surface transportation authorization bill.
H.Rept. 119-212 and S.Rept. 119-47 - support overall transit funding and Community Project Funding.
Filing targets: Federal Transit Administration (FTA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE, Transportation, Dept of (DOT)
ALASKA RAILROAD CORP via BLANK ROME GOVERNMENT RELATIONS
2025 · third_quarter · Q3
Issues related to allocation and nonfederal match rates of FTA formula funds in Alaska and federal cost shares. Support existing federal grant programs in surface transportation authorization. Support repeal of DOT INFRA grants cap on rail and port projects. Support federal agency grant applications for Alaska rail projects. Support rail extension projects for Alaska Railroad. Support H.R.516 and S.1532 Shortline Railroad Tax Credit. Support earmark request for freight rail cars. Support DOT/FRA CRISI grant STC funding for Port MacKenzie Rail Extension.
Filing targets: Federal Railroad Administration, HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE, Transportation, Dept of (DOT)
SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA REGIONAL RAIL AUTHORITY via BLANK ROME GOVERNMENT RELATIONS
2025 · third_quarter · Q3
Monitor regulatory and legislative action related to railroads and public transit.
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
MUNICIPALITY OF ANCHORAGE via BLANK ROME GOVERNMENT RELATIONS
2025 · second_quarter · 2T
Research and support for grant funding for the Port of Alaska to improve port infrastructure and reconstruct cargo docks. DOT credit and grants programs (e.g., TIFIA/RRIF, PIDP, MHP and MEGA/INFRA/RURAL). Issues and support for Port of Alaska Modernization Plan (PAMP) project implementation. MARAD application of NEPA to grants, Including tracking the status of NMFS incidental take authorization. Issues related to the MARAD reauthorization bill FY26, including NEPA streamlining for DOD strategic ports.
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Housing & Urban Development, Dept of (HUD), SENATE, Transportation, Dept of (DOT)
MUNICIPALITY OF ANCHORAGE via BLANK ROME GOVERNMENT RELATIONS
2025 · second_quarter · Q2
Research and support for grant funding for the Port of Alaska to improve port infrastructure and reconstruct cargo docks. DOT credit and grants programs (e.g., TIFIA/RRIF, PIDP, MHP and MEGA/INFRA/RURAL). Issues and support for Port of Alaska Modernization Plan (PAMP) project implementation. MARAD application of NEPA to grants, Including tracking the status of NMFS incidental take authorization. Issues related to the MARAD reauthorization bill FY26, including NEPA streamlining for DOD strategic ports.
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Housing & Urban Development, Dept of (HUD), SENATE, Transportation, Dept of (DOT)
ALASKA RAILROAD CORP via BLANK ROME GOVERNMENT RELATIONS
2025 · second_quarter · Q2
Issues related to allocation and nonfederal match rates of FTA formula funds in Alaska and federal cost shares. Support existing federal grant programs in surface transportation authorization. Support repeal of DOT INFRA grants cap on rail and port projects. Support federal agency grant applications for Alaska rail projects. Support rail extension projects for Alaska Railroad. Support H.R.516 and S.1532 Shortline Railroad Tax Credit. Support earmark request for freight rail cars.
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
VIA METROPOLITAN TRANSIT via BLANK ROME GOVERNMENT RELATIONS
2025 · second_quarter · Q2
P.L. 117-58 - Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA) - support for transit funding. Monitor surface transportation reauthorization process and stakeholder issues related to transit. Monitor federal grant funding flows. Grant applications at the Federal Transit Administration. FY25 Transportation, Housing and Urban Development, and Related Agencies Appropriations bill - support Community Project Funding and the Presidents Budget request for the Capital Investment Grant program. FY26 THUD Appropriations- support funding the Capital Investment Grant program at authorized level and the Presidents Budget request. Monitor federal grant processing of previously awarded grants. Support legislative proposals in the next surface transportation authorization bill.
FY26 THUD Appropriations - support funding the Capital Investment Grant program at authorized level and the Presidents Budget request.
Filing targets: Federal Transit Administration (FTA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE, Transportation, Dept of (DOT)
BIRD ADVOCACY AND CONSULTING via BLANK ROME GOVERNMENT RELATIONS
2025 · second_quarter · 2T
Assisted with implementation of the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law/IIJA (P.L. 117-58). Support legislative proposals in the next surface transportation authorization bill.
Assisted with implementation of the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law/IIJA (P.L. 117-58). Support legislative proposals in the next surface transportation authorization bill.
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
CANADIAN NATIONAL RAILWAY via BLANK ROME GOVERNMENT RELATIONS
2025 · second_quarter · 2T
Implementation of Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (P.L. 117-58) and federal agency grant programs. Monitor Surface Transportation Board activity. Monitor surface transportation reauthorization process and stakeholder issues related to rail. Monitor Congressional activity and rail bills affecting Class I railroads.
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
CAPITAL METROPOLITAN TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY via BLANK ROME GOVERNMENT RELATIONS
2025 · second_quarter · Q2
Monitor federal grant funding flows. P.L. 117-58 - Implementation of Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA/Bipartisan Infrastructure Law). FY26 Transportation, Housing and Urban Development, and Related Agencies Appropriations bill - support overall transit funding and Community Project Funding. Monitor surface transportation reauthorization process and stakeholder issues related to transit and rail. Support legislative proposals in the next surface transportation authorization bill.
FY26 Transportation, Housing and Urban Development, and Related Agencies Appropriations bill- support overall transit funding and Community Project Funding.
Filing targets: Federal Transit Administration (FTA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE, Transportation, Dept of (DOT)
CITY AND BOROUGH OF JUNEAU via BLANK ROME GOVERNMENT RELATIONS
2025 · second_quarter · Q2
P.L. 117-58 - Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA) - support for funding programs that are important to cities and counties. FY26 Appropriations bill- support Congressionally directed spending.
P.L. 117-58 - Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA) implementation. Support flood fighting efforts under the Flood Control and Coastal Emergency Act. Support securing funding for a general investigations feasibility study in response to the Presidentially-declared Juneau glacial flood disaster. Support securing funding to initiate a feasibility study for replacement of an essential breakwater. Support homeport initiative for US Coast Guard icebreaker. Monitor US Coast Guard acquisition and refitting of a commercially-available icebreaker, and Support and monitor US Coast Guard homeport capital planning. Support funding for marine infrastructure.
SHREVEPORT AREA TRANSIT SYSTEM (SPORTRAN) via BLANK ROME GOVERNMENT RELATIONS
2025 · second_quarter · Q2
Monitor issues related to infrastructure programs and Community Project Funding in FY26. Transportation, Housing and Urban Development, and Related Agencies Appropriations bill.
Transportation, Housing and Urban Development, and Related Agencies 2025 Appropriations bill. Monitor issues related to infrastructure programs and Community Project Funding. Monitor Amtrak grant applications and awards. Monitor federal grant processing of previously awarded grants.
Filing targets: AMTRAK - Natl Railroad Passenger Corporation, Federal Railroad Administration, Federal Transit Administration (FTA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE, Transportation, Dept of (DOT)
SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA REGIONAL RAIL AUTHORITY via BLANK ROME GOVERNMENT RELATIONS
2025 · second_quarter · Q2
Monitor regulatory and legislative action related to railroads and public transit.
Filing targets: Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
VIA METROPOLITAN TRANSIT via BLANK ROME GOVERNMENT RELATIONS
2025 · first_quarter · Q1
P.L. 117-58 - Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA) - support for transit funding. Monitor surface transportation reauthorization process and stakeholder issues related to transit. Monitor federal grant funding flows. Grant applications at the Federal Transit Administration. FY25 Transportation, Housing and Urban Development, and Related Agencies Appropriations bill - support Community Project Funding and the Presidents Budget request for the Capital Investment Grant program. FY26 THUD Appropriations (no bill number) - support funding the Capital Investment Grant program at authorized level.
FY25 Transportation, Housing and Urban Development, and Related Agencies Appropriations bill- support Community Project Funding and the Presidents Budget request for the Capital Investment Grant program. FY26 THUD Appropriations (no bill number) - support funding the Capital Investment Grant program at authorized level.
SHREVEPORT AREA TRANSIT SYSTEM (SPORTRAN) via BLANK ROME GOVERNMENT RELATIONS
2025 · first_quarter · Q1
Monitor issues related to infrastructure programs and Community Project Funding in FY25 Transportation, Housing and Urban Development, and Related Agencies Appropriations bill.
Transportation, Housing and Urban Development, and Related Agencies 2025 Appropriations bill. Monitor issues related to infrastructure programs and Community Project Funding. Monitor Amtrak grant applications and awards.
Filing targets: AMTRAK - Natl Railroad Passenger Corporation, Federal Railroad Administration, Federal Transit Administration (FTA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE, Transportation, Dept of (DOT)
CITY AND BOROUGH OF JUNEAU via BLANK ROME GOVERNMENT RELATIONS
2025 · first_quarter · Q1
P.L. 117-58 - Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA) - support for funding programs that are important to cities and counties. FY25 Energy & Water Appropriations bill - support Congressionally directed spending. FY26 Appropriations bill (no bill number)- support Congressionally directed spending.
P.L. 117-58 - Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA) implementation. Support flood fighting efforts under the Flood Control and Coastal Emergency Act. Support securing funding for a general investigations feasibility study in response to the Presidentially-declared Juneau glacial flood disaster. Support securing funding to initiate a feasibility study for replacement of an essential breakwater. Support homeport initiative for US Coast Guard icebreaker. Monitor US Coast Guard acquisition and refitting of a commercially-available icebreaker, and Support and monitor US Coast Guard homeport capital planning. Support funding for marine infrastructure.
CAPITAL METROPOLITAN TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY via BLANK ROME GOVERNMENT RELATIONS
2025 · first_quarter · Q1
Monitor federal grant funding flows. P.L. 117-58 - Implementation of Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA/Bipartisan Infrastructure Law). FY25 Transportation, Housing and Urban Development, and Related Agencies Appropriations bill - support overall transit funding and Community Project Funding. Monitor surface transportation reauthorization process and stakeholder issues related to transit and rail.
FY25 Transportation, Housing and Urban Development, and Related Agencies Appropriations bill- support overall transit funding and Community Project Funding.
Filing targets: Federal Transit Administration (FTA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE, Transportation, Dept of (DOT)
CANADIAN NATIONAL RAILWAY via BLANK ROME GOVERNMENT RELATIONS
2025 · first_quarter · Q1
Implementation of Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (P.L. 117-58) and federal agency grant programs. Monitor Surface Transportation Board activity. Monitor surface transportation reauthorization process and stakeholder issues related to rail. Monitor Congressional activity and rail bills affecting Class I railroads.
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
BIRD ADVOCACY AND CONSULTING via BLANK ROME GOVERNMENT RELATIONS
2025 · first_quarter · Q1
Assisted with implementation of the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law/IIJA (P.L. 117-58).
Assisted with implementation of the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law/IIJA (P.L. 117-58).
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
MUNICIPALITY OF ANCHORAGE via BLANK ROME GOVERNMENT RELATIONS
2025 · first_quarter · Q1
Research and support for grant funding for the Port of Alaska to improve port infrastructure and reconstruct cargo docks. DOT credit and grants programs (e.g., TIFIA/RRIF, PIDP, MHP and MEGA/INFRA/RURAL). Issues and support for Port of Alaska Modernization Plan (PAMP) project implementation. MARAD application of NEPA to grants, Including tracking the status of NMFS incidental take authorization Issues related to the MARAD reauthorization bill FY26.
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Housing & Urban Development, Dept of (HUD), SENATE, Transportation, Dept of (DOT)
SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA REGIONAL RAIL AUTHORITY via BLANK ROME GOVERNMENT RELATIONS
2025 · first_quarter · Q1
Monitor regulatory and legislative action related to railroads and public transit.
Filing targets: Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
ALASKA RAILROAD CORP via BLANK ROME GOVERNMENT RELATIONS
2025 · first_quarter · 1A
Issues related to allocation and nonfederal match rates of FTA formula funds in Alaska and federal cost shares. Support existing federal grant programs in surface transportation authorization. Support federal agency grant applications for Alaska rail projects. Support rail extension projects for Alaska Railroad Support HR516 Shortline Railroad Tax Credit. Support earmark request for freight rail cars.
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
ALASKA RAILROAD CORP via BLANK ROME GOVERNMENT RELATIONS
2025 · first_quarter · Q1
Issues related to allocation of FTA formula funds in Alaska. Support federal agency grant applications for Alaska rail projects. Support rail extension projects for Alaska Railroad. Provide information on S.4315 Baby Changing on Board Act. Provide information in Passenger Rail Liability Cap.
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
CITY AND BOROUGH OF JUNEAU via BLANK ROME GOVERNMENT RELATIONS
2024 · third_quarter · 3A
No bill number - support approval of Alaska Governors request for Presidential emergency disaster declaration for the Mendenhall glacial lake outburst flood of August 2024. Support short term funding for pre-disaster mitigation from various federal agencies. H.R. 9747 - Continuing Appropriations and Extensions Act(through 12/20/2024) - support funding for flood fighting and a general investigation new start feasibility study.
P.L. 117-58 - Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA) implementation. Support securing funding to initiate a feasibility study for replacement of an essential breakwater. Support homeport initiative for US Coast Guard icebreaker. Support funding for marine infrastructure.
BIRD ADVOCACY AND CONSULTING via BLANK ROME GOVERNMENT RELATIONS
2024 · fourth_quarter · Q4
Assisted with implementation of the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law/IIJA (P.L. 117-58).
Assisted with implementation of the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law/IIJA (P.L. 117-58)
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
MUNICIPALITY OF ANCHORAGE via BLANK ROME GOVERNMENT RELATIONS
2024 · fourth_quarter · Q4
Research and support for grant funding for the Port of Alaska to improve port infrastructure and reconstruct cargo docks. DOT credit and grants programs (e.g., TIFIA/RRIF, PIDP, MHP and MEGA/INFRA/RURAL). Issues and support for Port of Alaska Modernization Plan (PAMP) project implementation. MARAD application of NEPA to grants. Issues related to the MARAD reauthorization bill FY25.
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE, Transportation, Dept of (DOT)
SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA REGIONAL RAIL AUTHORITY via BLANK ROME GOVERNMENT RELATIONS
2024 · fourth_quarter · Q4
Monitor regulatory and legislative action related to railroads and public transit, including S.576, Railway Safety Act of 2023 and H.R. 8996. Issues related to railroad emissions regulations.
Filing targets: Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
ALASKA RAILROAD CORP via BLANK ROME GOVERNMENT RELATIONS
2024 · fourth_quarter · Q4
Issues related to allocation of FTA formula funds in Alaska. Support federal agency grant applications for Alaska rail projects. Support rail extension projects for Alaska Railroad Provide information on S.4315 Baby Changing on Board Act. Provide information in Passenger Rail Liability Cap.
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
VIA METROPOLITAN TRANSIT via BLANK ROME GOVERNMENT RELATIONS
2024 · fourth_quarter · Q4
Implementation issues in the Inflation Reduction Act (P.L.117-169 ) - extension of the Alternative Fuels Tax Credit (26 USC 6426).
FY25 Transportation, Housing and Urban Development, and Related Agencies Appropriations bill- support Community Project Funding and the Presidents Budget request for the Capital Investment Grant program.
P.L. 117-58 - Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA) - support for transit funding. Grant applications at the Federal Transit Administration. FY25 Transportation, Housing and Urban Development, and Related Agencies Appropriations bill - support Community Project Funding and the Presidents Budget request for the Capital Investment Grant program.
SHREVEPORT AREA TRANSIT SYSTEM (SPORTRAN) via BLANK ROME GOVERNMENT RELATIONS
2024 · fourth_quarter · Q4
Support grant applications at USDOT. Monitor issues related to infrastructure programs and Community Project Fundng in FY25 Transportation, Housing and Urban Development, and Related Agencies Appropriations bill.
Support grant applications at USDOT. Monitor issues related to infrastructure programs and Community Project Funding. Monitor Amtrak grant applications and awards. FY25 Transportation, Housing and Urban Development, and Related Agencies Appropriations bill.
Filing targets: AMTRAK - Natl Railroad Passenger Corporation, Federal Railroad Administration, Federal Transit Administration (FTA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE, Transportation, Dept of (DOT)
CITY AND BOROUGH OF JUNEAU via BLANK ROME GOVERNMENT RELATIONS
2024 · fourth_quarter · Q4
No bill number - support approval of Alaska Governors request for Presidential emergency disaster declaration for the Mendenhall glacial lake outburst flood of August 2024. Support short term funding for pre-disaster mitigation from various federal agencies. P.L. 118-158 American Relief Act 2025 support funding for flood fighting and a general investigation new start feasibility study. Community Development Block Grant - Disaster Recovery funding; and FEMA Disaster Relief Fund funding. Support regulatory flexibility to allow bank stabilization along a dynamic, glacier-fed river.
P.L. 117-58 - Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA) - support for funding programs that are important to cities and counties. FY25 Energy & Water Appropriations bill - support Congressionally directed spending.
CAPITAL METROPOLITAN TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY via BLANK ROME GOVERNMENT RELATIONS
2024 · fourth_quarter · Q4
FY24 Transportation, Housing and Urban Development, and Related Agencies Appropriations bill support overall transit funding, Community Project Funding, and funding for zero emission hydrogen bus grants. Support technical assistance deploying zero emission infrastructure.
Grant applications at DOT, FTA and FRA. P.L. 117-58 - Implementation of Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA/Bipartisan Infrastructure Law). FY25 Transportation, Housing and Urban Development, and Related Agencies Appropriations bill - support overall transit funding, Community Project Funding, and funding for zero emission hydrogen bus grants.. Monitor implementation of Inflation Reduction Act (P.L. 117-169) - including several energy credits. Support technical assistance deploying zero emission infrastructure.
Filing targets: Energy, Dept of, Federal Railroad Administration, Federal Transit Administration (FTA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE, Transportation, Dept of (DOT)
CANADIAN NATIONAL RAILWAY via BLANK ROME GOVERNMENT RELATIONS
2024 · fourth_quarter · Q4
Implementation of Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (P.L. 117-58) and federal agency grant programs. Monitor Surface Transportation Board activity. Monitor Congressional activity and rail bills affecting Class I railroads, including S. 576 - Railway Safety Act of 2023.
Federal agency grant programs.
Filing targets: Agriculture, Dept of (USDA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
BIRD ADVOCACY AND CONSULTING via BLANK ROME GOVERNMENT RELATIONS
2024 · fourth_quarter · RR
Multi-year surface transportation authorization bill and annual transportation appropriations bills.
Multi-year surface transportation authorization bill and annual transportation appropriations bills.
CAPITAL METROPOLITAN TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY via BLANK ROME GOVERNMENT RELATIONS
2024 · third_quarter · 3A
Support funding and technical assistance for deploying zero emission infrastructure.
Grant applications at DOT, FTA and FRA. P.L. 117-58 - Implementation of Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA/Bipartisan Infrastructure Law). FY25 Transportation, Housing and Urban Development, and Related Agencies Appropriations bill - support overall transit funding, Community Project Funding, and funding for zero emission hydrogen bus grants.. Monitor implementation of Inflation Reduction Act (P.L. 117-169) - including several energy credits. Support technical assistance deploying zero emission infrastructure.
VIA METROPOLITAN TRANSIT via BLANK ROME GOVERNMENT RELATIONS
2024 · third_quarter · 3A
P.L. 117-58 - Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA) - support for transit funding. Grant applications at the Federal Transit Administration. FY25 Transportation, Housing and Urban Development, and Related Agencies Appropriations bill - support Community Project Funding and the Presidents Budget request for the Capital Investment Grant program.
Implementation issues in the Inflation Reduction Act (P.L.117-169 ) - extension of the Alternative Fuels Tax Credit (26 USC 6426).
FY25 Transportation, Housing and Urban Development, and Related Agencies Appropriations bill- support Community Project Funding and the Presidents Budget request for the Capital Investment Grant program.
SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA REGIONAL RAIL AUTHORITY via BLANK ROME GOVERNMENT RELATIONS
2024 · third_quarter · Q3
Monitor regulatory and legislative action related to railroads and public transit, including S.576, Railway Safety Act of 2023 and H.R. 8996. Issues related to railroad emissions regulations.
Filing targets: Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Federal Transit Administration (FTA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE, Transportation, Dept of (DOT)
SHREVEPORT AREA TRANSIT SYSTEM (SPORTRAN) via BLANK ROME GOVERNMENT RELATIONS
2024 · third_quarter · 3A
Support grant applications at USDOT. Monitor issues related to infrastructure programs and Community Project Fundng in FY25 Transportation, Housing and Urban Development, and Related Agencies Appropriations bill.
Support grant applications at USDOT. Monitor issues related to infrastructure programs and Community Project Funding. Monitor Amtrak grant applications and awards. FY25 Transportation, Housing and Urban Development, and Related Agencies Appropriations bill.
Filing targets: AMTRAK - Natl Railroad Passenger Corporation, Federal Railroad Administration, Federal Transit Administration (FTA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE, Transportation, Dept of (DOT)
CITY AND BOROUGH OF JUNEAU via BLANK ROME GOVERNMENT RELATIONS
2024 · third_quarter · 3A
P.L. 117-58 - Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA) implementation. Support securing funding to initiate a feasibility study for replacement of an essential breakwater. Support homeport initiative for US Coast Guard icebreaker. Support funding for marine infrastructure.
No bill number - support approval of Alaska Governors request for Presidential emergency disaster declaration for the Mendenhall glacial lake outburst flood of August 2024. Support short term funding for pre-disaster mitigation from various federal agencies. H.R. 9747 - Continuing Appropriations and Extensions Act(through 12/20/2024) - support funding for flood fighting and a general investigation new start feasibility study.
CANADIAN NATIONAL RAILWAY via BLANK ROME GOVERNMENT RELATIONS
2024 · third_quarter · 3A
Implementation of Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (P.L. 117-58) and federal agency grant programs. Monitor Surface Transportation Board activity. Monitor Congressional activity and rail bills affecting Class I railroads, including S. 576 - Railway Safety Act of 2023.
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
VIA METROPOLITAN TRANSIT via BLANK ROME GOVERNMENT RELATIONS
2024 · third_quarter · Q3
P.L. 117-58 - Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA) - support for transit funding. Grant applications at the Federal Transit Administration. FY25 Transportation, Housing and Urban Development, and Related Agencies Appropriations bill - support Community Project Funding and the Presidents Budget request for the Capital Investment Grant program.
Implementation issues in the Inflation Reduction Act (P.L.117-169 ) - extension of the Alternative Fuels Tax Credit (26 USC 6426).
FY25 Transportation, Housing and Urban Development, and Related Agencies Appropriations bill- support Community Project Funding and the Presidents Budget request for the Capital Investment Grant program.
SHREVEPORT AREA TRANSIT SYSTEM (SPORTRAN) via BLANK ROME GOVERNMENT RELATIONS
2024 · third_quarter · Q3
Support grant applications at USDOT. FY25 Transportation, Housing and Urban Development, and Related Agencies Appropriations bill - Monitor issues related to infrastructure programs and Community Project Funding Monitor Amtrak grant applications and awards.
Support grant applications at USDOT. Monitor issues related to infrastructure programs and Community Project Fundng in FY25 Transportation, Housing and Urban Development, and Related Agencies Appropriations bill.
Filing targets: AMTRAK - Natl Railroad Passenger Corporation, Federal Railroad Administration, Federal Transit Administration (FTA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE, Transportation, Dept of (DOT)
MUNICIPALITY OF ANCHORAGE via BLANK ROME GOVERNMENT RELATIONS
2024 · third_quarter · Q3
Research and support for grant funding for the Port of Alaska to improve port infrastructure and reconstruct cargo docks. DOT credit and grants programs (e.g., TIFIA/RRIF, PIDP, MHP and MEGA/INFRA/RURAL). Issues and support for Port of Alaska Modernization Plan (PAMP) project implementation. FY24 Transportation, Housing and Urban Development, and Related Agencies Appropriations bill - support Port of Alaska Congressionally Designated Project. MARAD application of NEPA to grants. Issues related to the MARAD reauthorization bill FY25.
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE, Transportation, Dept of (DOT)
CITY AND BOROUGH OF JUNEAU via BLANK ROME GOVERNMENT RELATIONS
2024 · third_quarter · Q3
P.L. 117-58 - Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA) - support for funding programs that are important to cities and counties. FY25 Transportation, Housing and Urban Development, and Related Agencies Appropriations bill - support Congressionally directed spending. FY25 Interior and Environment Appropriations bill - support Congressionally directed spending. FY25 Energy & Water Appropriations bill - support Congressionally directed spending.
P.L. 117-58 - Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA) implementation. Support securing funding to initiate a feasibility study for replacement of an essential breakwater. Support homeport initiative for US Coast Guard icebreaker. Support funding for marine infrastructure.
CAPITAL METROPOLITAN TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY via BLANK ROME GOVERNMENT RELATIONS
2024 · third_quarter · Q3
Support funding and technical assistance for deploying zero emission infrastructure.
Grant applications at DOT and FRA. P.L. 117-58 - Implementation of Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA/Bipartisan Infrastructure Law). FY25 Transportation, Housing and Urban Development, and Related Agencies Appropriations bill - support overall transit funding and Community Project Funding.
FY25 Transportation, Housing and Urban Development, and Related Agencies Appropriations bill support overall transit funding and Community Project Funding.
CANADIAN NATIONAL RAILWAY via BLANK ROME GOVERNMENT RELATIONS
2024 · third_quarter · Q3
Implementation of Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (P.L. 117-58) and federal agency grant programs. Monitor Surface Transportation Board activity. Monitor Congressional activity and rail bills affecting Class I railroads, including S. 576 - Railway Safety Act of 2023 and H.R. 8996.
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
ALASKA RAILROAD CORP via BLANK ROME GOVERNMENT RELATIONS
2024 · third_quarter · Q3
FY25 Transportation, Housing and Urban Development Related Agencies Appropriations (THUD) bill (H.R. 9028, S. 4796) regarding Alaska Railroad Congressionally Directed Spending Projects.
Issues related to allocation of FTA formula funds in Alaska. FY25 Transportation, Housing and Urban Development, and Related Agencies Appropriations bill relating to Alaska Railroad Congressionally Designated Projects. Support federal agency grant applications for Alaska rail projects.
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
MUNICIPALITY OF ANCHORAGE via BLANK ROME GOVERNMENT RELATIONS
2024 · second_quarter · Q2
Research and support for grant funding for the Port of Alaska to improve port infrastructure and reconstruct cargo docks. DOT credit and grants programs (e.g., TIFIA/RRIF, PIDP, MHP and MEGA/INFRA/RURAL). Issues and support for Port of Alaska Modernization Plan (PAMP) project implementation. FY24 Transportation, Housing and Urban Development, and Related Agencies Appropriations bill - support Port of Alaska Congressionally Designated Project. MARAD application of NEPA to grants. Issues related to the MARAD reauthorization bill FY25.
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Housing & Urban Development, Dept of (HUD), SENATE, Transportation, Dept of (DOT)
VIA METROPOLITAN TRANSIT via BLANK ROME GOVERNMENT RELATIONS
2024 · second_quarter · Q2
Implementation issues in the Inflation Reduction Act (P.L.117-169 ) - extension of the Alternative Fuels Tax Credit (26 USC 6426).
FY25 Transportation, Housing and Urban Development, and Related Agencies Appropriations bill- support Community Project Funding and the Presidents Budget request for the Capital Investment Grant program.
P.L. 117-58 - Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA) - support for transit funding. Grant applications at the Federal Transit Administration. FY25 Transportation, Housing and Urban Development, and Related Agencies Appropriations bill - support Community Project Funding and the Presidents Budget request for the Capital Investment Grant program.
SHREVEPORT AREA TRANSIT SYSTEM (SPORTRAN) via BLANK ROME GOVERNMENT RELATIONS
2024 · second_quarter · Q2
Support grant applications at USDOT. Monitor issues related to infrastructure programs and Community Project Fundng in FY25 Transportation, Housing and Urban Development, and Related Agencies Appropriations bill.
Support grant applications at USDOT. Monitor issues related to infrastructure programs and Community Project Funding. Monitor Amtrak grant applications and awards. FY25 Transportation, Housing and Urban Development, and Related Agencies Appropriations bill.
Filing targets: AMTRAK - Natl Railroad Passenger Corporation, Federal Railroad Administration, Federal Transit Administration (FTA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE, Transportation, Dept of (DOT)
CITY AND BOROUGH OF JUNEAU via BLANK ROME GOVERNMENT RELATIONS
2024 · second_quarter · Q2
P.L. 117-58 - Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA) implementation. Support securing funding to initiate a feasibility study for replacement of an essential breakwater. Support homeport initiative for US Coast Guard icebreaker. Support funding for marine infrastructure.
Support for various grant applications. Support initiative for introduction/enactment of the Port Infrastructure Permitting Empowerment Act.
P.L. 117-58 - Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA) - support for funding programs that are important to cities and counties. FY25 Transportation, Housing and Urban Development, and Related Agencies Appropriations bill - support Congressionally directed spending. FY25 Interior and Environment Appropriations bill - support Congressionally directed spending. FY25 Energy & Water Appropriations bill - support Congressionally directed spending.
CAPITAL METROPOLITAN TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY via BLANK ROME GOVERNMENT RELATIONS
2024 · second_quarter · Q2
Grant applications at DOT, FTA and FRA. P.L. 117-58 - Implementation of Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA/Bipartisan Infrastructure Law). FY25 Transportation, Housing and Urban Development, and Related Agencies Appropriations bill - support overall transit funding, Community Project Funding, and funding for zero emission hydrogen bus grants.. Monitor implementation of Inflation Reduction Act (P.L. 117-169) - including several energy credits. Support technical assistance deploying zero emission infrastructure.
Support funding and technical assistance for deploying zero emission infrastructure.
CANADIAN NATIONAL RAILWAY via BLANK ROME GOVERNMENT RELATIONS
2024 · second_quarter · Q2
Implementation of Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (P.L. 117-58) and federal agency grant programs. Monitor Surface Transportation Board activity. Monitor Congressional activity and rail bills affecting Class I railroads, including S. 576 - Railway Safety Act of 2023.
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
ALASKA RAILROAD CORP via BLANK ROME GOVERNMENT RELATIONS
2024 · second_quarter · Q2
Issues related to allocation of FTA formula funds in Alaska. FY25 Transportation, Housing and Urban Development, and Related Agencies Appropriations bill relating to Alaska Railroad Congressionally Designated Projects. Support federal agency grant applications for Alaska rail projects.
FY25 Transportation, Housing and Urban Development Related Agencies Appropriations (THUD) bill regarding Alaska Railroad Congressionally Directed Spending Projects.
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA REGIONAL RAIL AUTHORITY via BLANK ROME GOVERNMENT RELATIONS
2024 · second_quarter · Q2
Monitor regulatory and legislative action related to railroads and public transit, including S. 576 - Railway Safety Act of 2023. Issues related to railroad emissions regulations.
Filing targets: Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Federal Transit Administration (FTA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE, Transportation, Dept of (DOT)
CITY AND BOROUGH OF JUNEAU via BLANK ROME GOVERNMENT RELATIONS
2024 · first_quarter · Q1
H.R. 3935, FAA Reauthorization Bill - Provisions related to Approach Light Systems.
P.L. 117-58 - Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA) - support for funding programs that are important to cities and counties. FY25 Transportation, Housing and Urban Development, and Related Agencies Appropriations bill - support Congressionally directed spending. FY25 Interior and Environment Appropriations bill - support Congressionally directed spending. FY25 Energy & Water Appropriations bill - support Congressionally directed spending.
CANADIAN NATIONAL RAILWAY via BLANK ROME GOVERNMENT RELATIONS
2024 · first_quarter · Q1
Implementation of Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (P.L. 117-58) and federal agency grant programs. Monitor Surface Transportation Board activity. Monitor Congressional activity and rail bills affecting Class I railroads. S. 576 - Railway Safety Act of 2023.
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
VIA METROPOLITAN TRANSIT via BLANK ROME GOVERNMENT RELATIONS
2024 · first_quarter · Q1
FY25 Transportation, Housing and Urban Development, and Related Agencies Appropriations bill- support Community Project Funding.
P.L. 117-58 - Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA) - support for transit funding. Grant applications at the Federal Transit Administration. FY25 Transportation, Housing and Urban Development, and Related Agencies Appropriations bill - support Community Project Funding.
Implementation issues in the Inflation Reduction Act (P.L.117-169 ) - extension of the Alternative Fuels Tax Credit (26 USC 6426).
SHREVEPORT AREA TRANSIT SYSTEM (SPORTRAN) via BLANK ROME GOVERNMENT RELATIONS
2024 · first_quarter · Q1
Support grant applications at USDOT. Monitor issues related to infrastructure programs in FY24 Transportation, Housing and Urban Development, and Related Agencies Appropriations bill.
Support grant applications at USDOT. Monitor issues related to infrastructure programs Monitor Amtrak grant applications and awards. FY24 Transportation, Housing and Urban Development, and Related Agencies Appropriations bill.
Filing targets: AMTRAK - Natl Railroad Passenger Corporation, Federal Railroad Administration, Federal Transit Administration (FTA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE, Transportation, Dept of (DOT)
CAPITAL METROPOLITAN TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY via BLANK ROME GOVERNMENT RELATIONS
2024 · first_quarter · Q1
FY25 - support Community Project Funding.
Grant applications at DOT, FTA and FRA. P.L. 117-58 - Implementation of Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA/Bipartisan Infrastructure Law). FY25 Transportation, Housing and Urban Development, and Related Agencies Appropriations bill - support overall transit funding and Community Project Funding. Monitor implementation of Inflation Reduction Act (P.L. 117-169) - including several energy credits
Filing targets: Federal Railroad Administration, Federal Transit Administration (FTA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE, Transportation, Dept of (DOT)
SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA REGIONAL RAIL AUTHORITY via BLANK ROME GOVERNMENT RELATIONS
2024 · first_quarter · Q1
Monitor regulatory and legislative action related to railroads and public transit, including S. 576 - Railway Safety Act of 2023.
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
ALASKA RAILROAD CORP via BLANK ROME GOVERNMENT RELATIONS
2024 · first_quarter · Q1
FY25 Transportation, Housing and Urban Development Related Agencies Appropriations (THUD) bill regarding Alaska Railroad Congressionally Directed Spending Projects.
Issues related to allocation of FTA formula funds in Alaska. FY25 Transportation, Housing and Urban Development, and Related Agencies Appropriations bill relating to Alaska Railroad Congressionally Designated Projects. Respond to Alaska Senate staff and Senate and House committee staff on impacts to Alaska Railroad of S.576, Railway Safety Act of 2023. Issue related to the Northern Rail Extension (NRE). Support federal agency grant applications
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
MUNICIPALITY OF ANCHORAGE via BLANK ROME GOVERNMENT RELATIONS
2024 · first_quarter · Q1
Research and support for grant funding for the Port of Alaska to improve port infrastructure and reconstruct cargo docks. DOT credit and grants programs (e.g., TIFIA/RRIF, PIDP, MHP and MEGA/INFRA/RURAL). Issues and support for Port of Alaska Modernization Plan (PAMP) project implementation. FY24 Transportation, Housing and Urban Development, and Related Agencies Appropriations bill - support Port of Alaska Congressionally Designated Project. MARAD application of NEPA to grants. Issues related to the MARAD reauthorization bill FY25.
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Housing & Urban Development, Dept of (HUD), SENATE, Transportation, Dept of (DOT)
MUNICIPALITY OF ANCHORAGE via BLANK ROME GOVERNMENT RELATIONS
2023 · fourth_quarter · Q4
Research and support for grant funding for the Port of Alaska to improve port infrastructure and reconstruct cargo docks. DOT credit and grants programs (e.g., TIFIA/RRIF, PIDP, MHP and MEGA/INFRA/RURAL). Issues and support for Port of Alaska Modernization Plan (PAMP) project implementation. FY24 Transportation, Housing and Urban Development, and Related Agencies Appropriations bill - support Port of Alaska Congressionally Designated Project. MARAD application of NEPA to grants. Issues related to the MARAD reauthorization bill FY24.
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE, Transportation, Dept of (DOT)
FY27 Transportation, Housing and Urban Development Appropriations bill (H.R.9170/H.Rept.119-686) and Senate - Support funding the Capital Investment Grant (CIG) program at authorized level and funding for VIA's Advanced Rapid Transit (ART) East-West Corridor in the CIG Small Starts pipeline. Support time extension of allocated funding to avoid lapse.
Filing targets: Federal Transit Administration (FTA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE, Transportation, Dept of (DOT)
Support Congressionally Directed Spending and Community Project Funding for landfill facilities.
H.R.9171 FY 27 Interior, Environment and Related Agencies Appropriation bill and H.R.9022 FY27 Energy & Water Development and Related Agencies Appropriations bill and Senate versions. Support Congressionally Directed Spending and Community Project Funding for a landfill facility. Initiate a feasibility study in response to the imminent and recurring threat of glacial flooding in Juneau.
Support flood fighting efforts under the Flood Control and Coastal Emergency Act. Support securing authorization and funding for a general investigation feasibility study in response to the imminent and recurring threat of glacial flooding in Juneau. Support homeport initiative for US Coast Guard icebreaker, including development of supplemental local housing for assigned personnel. Monitor US Coast Guard refitting and commissioning of a commercially-available icebreaker, and monitor US Coast Guard homeport capital planning.
Filing targets: Agriculture, Dept of (USDA), Army, Dept of (Corps of Engineers), Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Housing & Urban Development, Dept of (HUD), Maritime Administration (MARAD), Natl Oceanic & Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), SENATE, U.S. Coast Guard (USCG), U.S. Forest Service, White House Office
Filing targets: Federal Transit Administration (FTA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE, Transportation, Dept of (DOT)
Support legislative proposals in the next Surface Transportation and Water Resources Authorization bill.
Support Congressionally Directed Spending and Community Project Funding for landfill facilities.
Support, monitor, and track short term funding for pre-disaster mitigation from various federal agencies. Implementation of P.L. 118-158 American Relief Act, 2025- support funding a general investigation new start feasibility study; Community Development Block Grant - Disaster Recovery funding; and FEMA Disaster Relief Fund funding. Support regulatory flexibility to allow bank stabilization along a dynamic, glacier-fed river. Support continued advanced measures/technical assistance and flood fighting/emergency management.
Filing targets: Agriculture, Dept of (USDA), Army, Dept of (Corps of Engineers), Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Housing & Urban Development, Dept of (HUD), Maritime Administration (MARAD), Natl Oceanic & Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), SENATE, U.S. Coast Guard (USCG), U.S. Forest Service, White House Office
Support extension of the Alternative Fuels Tax credit.
Filing targets: Federal Transit Administration (FTA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE, Transportation, Dept of (DOT)
Support, monitor, and track short term funding for pre-disaster mitigation from various federal agencies. Implementation of P.L. 118-158 American Relief Act, 2025- support funding a general investigation new start feasibility study; Community Development Block Grant - Disaster Recovery funding; and FEMA Disaster Relief Fund funding. Support regulatory flexibility to allow bank stabilization along a dynamic, glacier-fed river. H.Rept. 119-173 - Support pre-disaster mitigation funding for flood resilience. Support continued advanced measures/technical assistance and flood fighting/emergency management.
Filing targets: Agriculture, Dept of (USDA), Army, Dept of (Corps of Engineers), Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Housing & Urban Development, Dept of (HUD), Maritime Administration (MARAD), Natl Oceanic & Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), SENATE, U.S. Coast Guard (USCG), U.S. Forest Service, White House Office
Support, monitor, and track short term funding for pre-disaster mitigation from various federal agencies. Implementation of P.L. 118-158 American Relief Act, 2025- support funding a general investigation new start feasibility study; Community Development Block Grant - Disaster Recovery funding; and FEMA Disaster Relief Fund funding. Support regulatory flexibility to allow bank stabilization along a dynamic, glacier-fed river. H.Rept. 119-173 - Support pre-disaster mitigation funding for flood resilience. Support continued advanced measures/technical assistance and flood fighting/emergency management.
Support legislative proposals in the next surface transportation and water resources authorization bill.
Filing targets: Agriculture, Dept of (USDA), Army, Dept of (Corps of Engineers), Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Housing & Urban Development, Dept of (HUD), Maritime Administration (MARAD), Natl Oceanic & Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), SENATE, U.S. Coast Guard (USCG), U.S. Forest Service, White House Office
Support, monitor, and track t short term funding for pre-disaster mitigation from various federal agencies. Implementation of P.L. 118-158 American Relief Act, 2025- support funding a general investigation new start feasibility study; Community Development Block Grant - Disaster Recovery funding; and FEMA Disaster Relief Fund funding. Support regulatory flexibility to allow bank stabilization along a dynamic, glacier-fed river.
Support legislative proposals in the next surface transportation authorization bill.
Filing targets: Agriculture, Dept of (USDA), Army, Dept of (Corps of Engineers), Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Housing & Urban Development, Dept of (HUD), Maritime Administration (MARAD), Natl Oceanic & Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), SENATE, U.S. Coast Guard (USCG), U.S. Forest Service, White House Office
Implementation issues in the Inflation Reduction Act (P.L.117-169) - extension of the Alternative Fuels Tax Credit (26 USC 6426).
Filing targets: Federal Transit Administration (FTA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE, Transportation, Dept of (DOT)
Support, monitor, and track t short term funding for pre-disaster mitigation from various federal agencies. Implementation of P.L. 118-158 American Relief Act, 2025- support funding a general investigation new start feasibility study; Community Development Block Grant - Disaster Recovery funding; and FEMA Disaster Relief Fund funding. Support regulatory flexibility to allow bank stabilization along a dynamic, glacier-fed river.
Filing targets: Agriculture, Dept of (USDA), Army, Dept of (Corps of Engineers), Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Housing & Urban Development, Dept of (HUD), Maritime Administration (MARAD), Natl Oceanic & Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), SENATE, U.S. Coast Guard (USCG), U.S. Forest Service, White House Office
P.L. 117-58 - Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA) - support for funding programs that are important to cities and counties. FY25 Transportation, Housing and Urban Development, and Related Agencies Appropriations bill - support Congressionally directed spending. FY25 Interior and Environment Appropriations bill - support Congressionally directed spending. FY25 Energy & Water Appropriations bill - support Congressionally directed spending.
Filing targets: Agriculture, Dept of (USDA), Army, Dept of (Corps of Engineers), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Housing & Urban Development, Dept of (HUD), Maritime Administration (MARAD), Natl Oceanic & Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), SENATE, U.S. Coast Guard (USCG), U.S. Forest Service, White House Office
Filing targets: Federal Transit Administration (FTA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE, Transportation, Dept of (DOT)
P.L. 117-58 - Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA) implementation. Support flood fighting efforts under the Flood Control and Coastal Emergency Act. Support securing funding for a general investigations feasibility study in response to the Presidentially-declared Juneau glacial flood disaster. Support securing funding to initiate a feasibility study for replacement of an essential breakwater. Support homeport initiative for US Coast Guard icebreaker and monitor US Coast Guard acquisition of a commercially-available icebreaker. Support funding for marine infrastructure.
Filing targets: Agriculture, Dept of (USDA), Army, Dept of (Corps of Engineers), Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Housing & Urban Development, Dept of (HUD), Maritime Administration (MARAD), Natl Oceanic & Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), SENATE, U.S. Coast Guard (USCG), U.S. Forest Service, White House Office
FY24 Transportation, Housing and Urban Development, and Related Agencies Appropriations bill support overall transit funding, Community Project Funding, and funding for zero emission hydrogen bus grants. Support technical assistance deploying zero emission infrastructure.
Filing targets: Energy, Dept of, Federal Railroad Administration, Federal Transit Administration (FTA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE, Transportation, Dept of (DOT)
Filing targets: Federal Transit Administration (FTA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE, Transportation, Dept of (DOT)
P.L. 117-58 - Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA) - support for funding programs that are important to cities and counties. FY25 Transportation, Housing and Urban Development, and Related Agencies Appropriations bill - support Congressionally directed spending. FY25 Interior and Environment Appropriations bill - support Congressionally directed spending. FY25 Energy & Water Appropriations bill - support Congressionally directed spending.
Filing targets: Agriculture, Dept of (USDA), Army, Dept of (Corps of Engineers), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Housing & Urban Development, Dept of (HUD), Maritime Administration (MARAD), Natl Oceanic & Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), SENATE, U.S. Coast Guard (USCG), U.S. Forest Service, White House Office
Filing targets: Federal Transit Administration (FTA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE, Transportation, Dept of (DOT)
Support approval of Alaska Governors request for Presidential emergency disaster declaration for the Mendenhall glacial lake outburst flood of August 2024. No bill number - support short term funding for pre-disaster mitigation from various federal agencies. H.R. 9747 - Continuing Appropriations and Extensions Act (through 12/20/2024) - support funding for flood fighting and a general investigation new start feasibility study.
Filing targets: Agriculture, Dept of (USDA), Army, Dept of (Corps of Engineers), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Housing & Urban Development, Dept of (HUD), Maritime Administration (MARAD), Natl Oceanic & Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), SENATE, U.S. Coast Guard (USCG), U.S. Forest Service, White House Office
Filing targets: Energy, Dept of, Federal Railroad Administration, Federal Transit Administration (FTA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE, Transportation, Dept of (DOT)
Filing targets: Federal Transit Administration (FTA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE, Transportation, Dept of (DOT)
FY25 Transportation, Housing & Urband Development, and Related Agencies Appropriations bill - support funding for Transportation Security Administration Law Enforcement Officer program.
H.R. 3935, FAA Reauthorization Bill - Provisions related to Approach Light Systems. FY25 Transportation, Housing & Urband Development, and Related Agencies Appropriations bill - support funding for Transportation Security Administration Law Enforcement Officer program.
Support grant application for clean ports.
Filing targets: Army, Dept of (Corps of Engineers), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Maritime Administration (MARAD), Natl Oceanic & Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), SENATE, Transportation, Dept of (DOT), U.S. Coast Guard (USCG)
FY24 Transportation, Housing and Urban Development, and Related Agencies Appropriations bill support overall transit funding, Community Project Funding, and funding for zero emission hydrogen bus grants. Support technical assistance deploying zero emission infrastructure.
Filing targets: Energy, Dept of, Federal Railroad Administration, Federal Transit Administration (FTA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE, Transportation, Dept of (DOT)
P.L. 117-58 - Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA) implementation. Support securing funding to initiate a feasibility study for replacement of an essential breakwater. Support homeport initiative for US Coast Guard icebreaker. Support initiative to acquire new vessel travel lift compliant with Buy America requirements.
Support for various grant applications. Support initiative for introduction/enactment of the Port Infrastructure Permitting Empowerment Act.
Filing targets: Army, Dept of (Corps of Engineers), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Maritime Administration (MARAD), Natl Oceanic & Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), SENATE, Transportation, Dept of (DOT), U.S. Coast Guard (USCG)
Filing targets: Federal Transit Administration (FTA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE, Transportation, Dept of (DOT)