Advocates: The Senate’s Chance to Ensure America’s Public Transit Future is Now (Streetsblog)
Congress is in the process of writing America’s next big transportation bill — and more than 100 organizations are demanding it deliver for transit. by Kea Wilson A Senate committee has a rare opportunity to radically reshape public transportation in America – and advocates across the country are demanding that they seize it before […]
Letter: Senate Banking Priorities – Transit Reauthorization
The National Campaign for Transit Justice and over 120 partner organizations sent the following letter to members of the Senate Banking committee: __________ Dear Chairman Scott and Ranking Member Warren: When Congress passed the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act in 2021, it provided historic investments in transit systems and transit infrastructure across the country. For […]
Transit Tuesday: Kelly Ehrhart
I live in Nashua, NH and have been active with the New Hampshire Developmental Disability Quality Council and Disability Rights Council NH. I’m on the autism spectrum and have heart disease so I use buses, Medicaid transportation, Uber, Lyft, and taxis to get around.
Transit Tuesday: Steven Glassford
Minneapolis, MN – I’m Steven, and I live in downtown Minneapolis, where I work as a bus operator. But I don’t just drive the bus—I ride it daily. Whether I’m heading to the YMCA, the library, or work, I take transit because it’s convenient, affordable, and the best way to navigate the city without relying on a car.
Letter: Protect Investments in Clean and Active Transportation
On Monday, September 29, 2025, The National Campaign for Transit Justice and over 180 partner organizations sent the following letter to members of the 119th U.S. Congress in response to the Trump Administration withholding millions of dollars that were promised for transportation projects around the country. __________ Dear Members of Congress, We are writing to […]
Advocates: Congress Must Stop Trump From Illegally Holding Back Sustainable Transportation Funds (Streetsblog)
Congress has a chance to restore order, seize back their power of the purse, and stop Trump from “pocket-rescinding” hundreds of millions for good transportation projects. by Kea Wilson The Trump administration is illegally withholding money for desperately needed multimodal transportation projects — and Congress must act today to reassert its power of the purse […]
Transit Tuesday: Summer Begnaud
Honolulu, HI – My name is Summer. I grew up in Lafayette, Louisiana and Houston, Texas, where sprawling cities and car dependency were the norm. After visiting walkable cities like Paris and now living in Honolulu, Hawaii, I’ve developed a strong appreciation for public transit and urban design that prioritizes people over cars.
Op Ed: Trapped by a lack of transportation (New Hampshire Union Leader)
Jenn Coffey: Trapped by a lack of transportation What would you do if you lost the ability to drive tomorrow?For most of my life, I never had to ask that question. I was an EMT, a former New Hampshire legislator, and a person who lived life at full speed. I earned a citation from the […]
Quick Take: The Community Benefits Resource Center published “A Case Study of the New Flyer of America Inc
In recent years, the U.S. has seen a surge in public investment to revitalize the manufacturing industry and preserve jobs. Community and labor collaborations use Community Benefits Agreements (CBAs) to ensure that corporations receiving public incentives also deliver tangible benefits to workers and local communities.
Transit Tuesday: Ron Williams
Robbinsdale, MN – I’ve lived in Minnesota since 1978. For 30 years, I used public transit to commute to work in downtown Minneapolis and St. Paul. Even after retiring in 2010, I still rely on buses and trains to get to the University of Minnesota for classes, attend events, and visit friends. Transit isn’t just about getting around for me—it’s about independence, affordability, and creating a better community.
