States Rally for Green Transportation Funding Amid Federal Cuts Threat
As federal transportation funding faces scrutiny and potential cuts under the Trump administration, various states are mobilizing to redirect road funds towards transit and bike projects. Officials express significant concerns over the loss of major transportation projects, with fears that up to $51 billion in grants could be compromised. Advocacy groups and state representatives are collaborating to protect green transportation initiatives, which have come under direct attack from congressional leaders. The U.S. Department of Transportation is set to review all sustainability grants, further jeopardizing funding for projects like the $25 million Sound Transit Infill Station. The ongoing situation emphasizes the critical need for safe and sustainable urban infrastructure.
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