Recent Streetsblog NYC posts about Transportation Policy

Obama Stimulus Leaves Bus Riders By the Side of The Road

By John Kaehny | Jan 29, 2009 | 17 Comments

Who rides the bus? Data source: American Public Transportation Association The House version of President Obama’s stimulus plan has left bus riders with nothing to look forward to but stiff fare hikes and painful service cuts. Bus systems got zero in immediate operating support from the bill that passed yesterday — stunning neglect compared to […]

Is Transit a Priority for Nancy Pelosi?

By Bryan Goebel | Jan 29, 2009 | 4 Comments

Pelosi helps cut the ribbon at the grand opening of Muni’s T-line. Photo: kitetoa/Flickr House Speaker Nancy Pelosi of San Francisco claims she is committed to public transit and reducing motor vehicle congestion. In a speech to the Regional Plan Association (RPA) last April she said her flagship issues as speaker are energy independence and […]

Nadler Amendment: The Ayes Have It

By Ben Fried | Jan 28, 2009 | 13 Comments

The House just passed Jerrold Nadler’s amendment to add $3 billion for transit investment to the stimulus bill. There’s a lot more work coming up very soon — in the Senate and in conference committee — but this was a hard-fought win and everyone who helped push it through should take a minute to pat […]

Last Chance to Tell House Reps to Vote for Transit

By Ben Fried | Jan 28, 2009 | 4 Comments

We’re getting word that the House will vote on Jerrold Nadler’s amendment to the stimulus bill in less than an hour. $3 billion for transit is on the line. If you haven’t called your representative yet, there’s still time to speak up for more investment in green transportation. Here’s how to get your message through. […]

Chuck Schumer on Transit: I’ve Got Your Back, Fairfield County

By Ben Fried | Jan 28, 2009 | 14 Comments

Schumer in Chautauqua. When was the last time you saw Chuck with a majestic cityscape behind him? New York’s senior senator threw suburban train riders a bone yesterday, announcing that he’s secured a tax break for transit commuters in the Senate version of the stimulus bill. The Daily News reports: The provision would raise the […]

Call This Morning to Boost Transit Funding in Stimulus Package

By Ben Fried | Jan 28, 2009 | 4 Comments

Last night Jerrold Nadler’s stimulus bill amendment, which would add $3 billion for transit, cleared the House Rules Committee. The full House may vote on the amendment by noon today, so the sooner you call your representative the better. Transportation for America sends along some key points to make in your phone call: In the […]

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