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May 17

We are shaping an infrastructure decade in America where no community is left behind. Here are a few of the projects underway right now that will support communities in rural areas and tribal lands🔗

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APEC Secretariat

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May 16

“We gather in the awareness that so many challenges to achieving prosperity in any economy are challenges facing every economy, and often such challenges have particularly great impact on the Asia-Pacific region and demonstrate the region's importance.” -

Buttigieg: Address Supply Chain Disruptions in Transportation...

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Governor Gretchen Whitmer

@GovWhitmer

May 16

Now here's a bright idea 💡 I'm excited to announce the new Binational EV Corridor — the first cross-border electric vehicle corridor of its kind, stretching from Kalamazoo to Quebec City! That's 860 miles or as we like to call it in Michigan, “not too bad of a drive."

Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer, U.S. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg, Canadian Minister of Transport Omar Alghabra, and IBEW member Bill Baisden stand together next to a sign marking the Binational Alternative Fuels Corridor

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Mark Harper

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May 16

🇬🇧🤝🇺🇸 Great meeting with

in Detroit. We discussed how our transport networks play an important role in decarbonisation, shared challenges & opportunities as well as our continued support for Ukraine. Thanks for the warm welcome,

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Thrilled to be at the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) in Detroit, MI this week to meet with global counterparts and discuss how we can work together to build resilient supply chains, reduce emissions, and drive economic growth that benefits everyone. #APEC2023

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The White House

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May 4

House Republicans have passed a bill that would cut veterans’ health care by 22%. Don’t take our word for it. Take it from veterans themselves.

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May 1

New routing made possible by upgraded technology at FAA will mean less time in the air for passengers, fewer delays at airports, and safer trips.

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The FAA

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May 1

Just in time for the summer travel season, the FAA has activated 169 new flight routes along the east coast to help prevent delays. These direct routes will save passengers time, reduce airlines fuel costs and increase safety. Learn more at bit.ly/3VAv6jn. #Travel

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Apr 22

This is the wrong time to be cutting back on railroad safety or shutting down air traffic control towers, as extreme House GOP proposals would do. President Biden's budget would allow us to keep making transportation safer, more affordable, and more convenient.

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Barack Obama

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Apr 25

Harry Belafonte was a barrier-breaking legend who used his platform to lift others up. He lived a good life – transforming the arts while also standing up for civil rights. And he did it all with his signature smile and style. Michelle and I send our love to his wife, kids, and… Show more

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Apr 24

Though train derailments are down compared to decades past, there are still more than one a day, on average. That's not OK. Congress can act now to pass good, bipartisan rail safety legislation that keeps people and communities safe.

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Dum idea: Buttigieg wants to spend $20 million on female crash dummies

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Not everything has to be a culture war. Early federal work on female crash dummies began under President Reagan. USDOT has been using them for 20 years. We test how crashes affect men, women, and children in order to improve vehicle safety & save lives.

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Amid inflation and rising national debt, Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg is asking Congress to spend $20 million to develop female crash dummies for car testing as part of his department's...

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Your budget plan cuts railroad safety inspections.

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Preparing for @SecretaryPete’s next derailment!

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Record-Breaking CRISI Funding Will Help Fuel ‘Railroad Revolution’ - Railway Age

Through the CRISI grant program, we're focused on strengthening our supply chain and improving rail safety to make both passenger and freight trains across America faster, safer, and more reliable.

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The U.S. DOT has issued a Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) announcing the availability of more than $1.4 billion in Consolidated Rail Infrastructure and Safety Improvement (CRISI) Grant funding.

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The President's budget will help build good projects and protect the safety of the traveling public.

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If you care about derailments, we need to talk about your House GOP Freedom Caucus budget proposal that would cut railroad safety inspections.

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Lauren Boebert

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Apr 16

Buttigieg is running this country’s rail system like a toddler playing with his first toy train set. twitter.com/TheCalvinCooli…

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Last week, FLL airport experienced unprecedented flooding. FAA has been working closely with the airport to fully resume operations while also assessing damage and needed repairs. Both runways are in use but with some limitations as systems are restored.

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Closely monitoring the situation in Fort Lauderdale where local officials have closed @FLLFlyer airport due to flooding on taxiways and runways. Our FAA staff are onsite to make necessary repairs to air traffic equipment and navigation aids. twitter.com/wsvn/status/16…

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Closely monitoring the situation in Fort Lauderdale where local officials have closed

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airport due to flooding on taxiways and runways. Our FAA staff are onsite to make necessary repairs to air traffic equipment and navigation aids.

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Apr 13

First look at flooding at Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport. Airport remains closed through at least noon today.

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Apr 9

Happy Easter to all who are celebrating today!

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Apr 9

Happy Easter Sunday to all who are celebrating today! May today begin a season of renewal for us all.

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Pete Buttigieg

@PeteButtigieg

Apr 8

If your political agenda repeatedly puts you in various scenarios that involve overthrowing electoral outcomes, there might be a problem with your political agenda.

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Pete Buttigieg

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Apr 8

Feels like every week comes a fresh test of the health of our democracy. The actions of the Tennessee legislature are both embarrassing and disturbing, but the inspiring courage and grace of the #TenneseeThree gives grounds for hope - and continued action.

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Apr 6

This administration is investing in America – to make aviation safer and more efficient, while also creating good-paying jobs that don't require a four-year degree.

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Rep. Veronica Escobar

@RepEscobar

Apr 6

From new electric vehicles to airport upgrades and renovations, the investments we’ve seen in our community from the federal level have been historic. I want to thank @SecretaryPete for his visit to El Paso today.

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Rep. Gabe Vasquez

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Thank you for coming to Deming,

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Today, we announced funding for 37 projects across 19 states to repair and modernize gas pipelines. Investments will keep residents safe from dangerous leaks, create jobs, and reduce methane emissions in local communities.

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Thanks to @POTUS's Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, we’re announcing $196M to repair community-owned natural gas pipes: 37 projects across 19 states. This first-of-its-kind program will protect the public from high-risk pipes, limit methane emissions, and help w/ energy costs.

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PHMSA Launches New Grant Program

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Wildlife-vehicle collisions are a preventable source of injury, damage, and even fatalities. With funds from the infrastructure bill, we’re setting out to change that.

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Martin Heinrich and Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham

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Each year in the U.S. over 200 people are killed - and many more injured - in wildlife-vehicle collisions. We're announcing new funding to build better wildlife crossings, warning signs & mapping tools that will reduce these crashes & save American lives. transportation.gov/briefing-room/

Secretary Pete meets with local officials in New Mexico.

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Secretary Pete in a culvert with local officials discussing how investments in wildlife crossings will protect motorists and save lives.

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Secretary Pete on the road in ALBUQUERQUE, NEW MEXICO

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Preliminary FAA numbers show airline cancellations were 1.4% in March – one of the lowest we’ve seen in the past year. Rates were under 2% in January and February, down from 4.5% in December 2022. This is encouraging – but there is more work ahead.

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We cannot go back to the days when over 6,000 derailments happened yearly in America. This is no time to cut railroad safety inspections, as GOP House Freedom Caucus budget proposals would do. Our administration’s FY24 budget adds more resources for rail safety.

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Apr 2

For too long, the daily occurrence of freight train derailments in America has been treated as normal - or not noticed at all. This has to change. We are acting to hold freight railroads accountable - and calling on Congress to help us do more.

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The FRA

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Apr 2

FRA is in touch with local authorities regarding a derailment in Paradise, MT, and we are responding with staff enroute to the scene.

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President Biden

@POTUS

Mar 31

Today we learned annual inflation is down 30% from this summer against a backdrop of low unemployment and steady growth. We’re making progress, but the fight against inflation isn’t over. That’s why I'm working to continue lowering costs for families, from health care to food.

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U.S. Department of Transportation announces $94.8 million in awards for 'smart' mobility projects

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Since 2015, Harris County, TX has been hit by 6 federally declared flood-related disasters. We're awarding $2M to help launch a new flood warning system to keep area drivers safe even when extreme weather hits.

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The U.S. Department of Transportation has awarded $94.8 million to 59 projects on advanced technology and sensors for transportation.

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USDOT Announces State and Local Funding to Improve Hazardous Materials and Pipeline Safety Nation...

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We announced funding to train firefighters and other first responders to respond to emergencies involving pipelines and hazardous materials. These grants help ensure that communities have the resources they need to keep their residents safe.

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Funding available to train firefighters and other first responders as well as support States and localities for hazardous material safety

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White House calls conservative GOP group’s budget proposal a ‘five-alarm fire’

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The House Freedom Caucus’ extreme budget proposal would cut back rail safety at a time when we must be doing more, not less, to keep American communities and workers safe.

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The White House on Monday called the House Freedom Caucus’s budget proposal a ‘five-alarm fire,’ arguing that its spending cuts would endanger Americans’ safety. The White House referred to the con…

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FIVE-ALARM FIRE: The House Freedom Caucus’ Extreme Budget Proposal Endangers Public Safety | The...

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We disagree with these House Republicans' budget proposals that would cut Air Traffic Control resources and railroad safety inspections. Instead, let's fully support railroad and aviation safety - which is exactly what the President's budget will do.

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The extreme MAGA Republican House Freedom Caucus has made their priorities clear: imposing devastating cuts to public safety and increasing costs for working- and middle-class families, all to...

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Biden budget recommends funding for transportation projects, including 2 in Utah

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In Utah, we're recommending funding that will increase the speed, reliability & frequency of commuter rail service and will bring Bus Rapid Transit to Taylorsville, Murray & West Valley City.

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In a budget unveiled by President Biden Thursday, billions of dollars were recommended to fund 18 major transportation projects across the country, including two in Utah.

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Mar 17

The improvements we're delivering in Buffalo and across the country are built with the collective input of the communities they affect. Pleased to hear from residents & local advocates on how we can work together to improve lives for people on the city's east side.

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Kensington Expressway project gets $55 million federal grant

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The cap will reconnect several east-west roads that the expressway severed, create greenspace & safer pedestrian crossings, and make it easier for residents to access community services, restaurants, and cultural amenities.

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BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — Senator Chuck Schumer, Senator Kirsten Gillibrand and Congressman Brian Higgins announced a $55 million federal grant that will go towards the Kensington Expressway (Ro…

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Governor Gretchen Whitmer

@GovWhitmer

Mar 16

It's my honor to sign an expansion of the Elliott-Larsen Civil Rights Act into law. It reaffirms and expands legal protections for sexual orientation, gender identity, and gender expression. It ensures no one can be fired or evicted because of who they are or who they love.🧵

Image of Governor Gretchen Whitmer holding the ELCRA expansion she signed.

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Mar 16

The President’s FY24 budget request includes funding to improve rail safety - nearly $275M for FRA’s safety work expanding our ability to provide important oversight, investigation and enforcement.

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