Ore. Rep Says Dems Will Fix 'Incoherent' Trump Transit Policy
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The Oregon Democrat says House Democrats will restore sanity to transportation policy.
Recent Streetsblog USA posts about Elaine Chao
Trump Administration Withholding $1.4 Billion in Transit Funds Authorized by Congress
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The money is ready and waiting. Yet only one transit project has received funding this fiscal year, putting more than a dozen others in jeopardy.
Public-Private Partnerships Will Not Save U.S. Infrastructure
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A panel of experts told Congress that, even with perfectly executed public-private partnerships, the federal government still needs to provide its own support -- especially for projects, like transit lines, that aren't guaranteed to generate toll revenue for profit-seeking investors.
Local GOP Reps Counting on Elaine Chao to Trip Up Transit Projects
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Acting on the behest of Congressional Republicans opposed to high-speed rail, earlier this month Transportation Secretary Chao delayed a $647 million grant for Caltrain electrification, throwing its future in doubt. It looks like Republicans in other states were watching and learning.
3 Highlights From Elaine Chao’s Very Vague Confirmation Hearing
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Chao gave a tight-lipped performance that didn't reveal much about how she would use the regulatory and approval power at her disposal, but here are three instances where you can try to read the tea leaves.
Trump’s Pick for U.S. DOT Is GOP Insider Elaine Chao
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Chao was secretary of labor under George W. Bush and is married to Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell. An official announcement is expected shortly.