Wages are up, inflation is down, and more Americans have health insurance than ever before.
Workers keep our nation running. It’s about time that our economy works for them.
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19th Secretary of Transportation. Working to ensure safety and make transportation more equitable while fighting climate change and creating jobs. (he/him)
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The Frederick Douglass Tunnel Project in Maryland will create 30,000 jobs, including 20,000 construction jobs.
The Hudson Tunnel Project in NY and NJ will create 72,000 jobs.
’ economic plan keeps his promise – with new, good-paying jobs being created across the country.
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Transit is not just about getting from A to B, it's about reaching jobs, education, health care, and so much more.
On this Transit Equity Day, we reinforce our commitment to transportation systems that serve those who count on them the most.
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We added more than half a million jobs to our economy in January, exceeding expectations by a long shot.
We’re building an America we can take pride in – one where working families have good-paying jobs and more breathing room.
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The Cherokee Nation is being awarded $200,000 by , through the Tribal Transportation Program Safety Fund, to improve the safety of a Tahlequah intersection. #SaferRoads
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Jobs are going up, inflation is going down, and my economic plan is working.
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President Biden is shattering records for job creation. Again.
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Join us & commit to doing your part to reduce roadway fatalities and achieve #VisionZero. Everyone can play a part, and together we will succeed. transportation.gov/NRSS/CallToAct
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But as we said at the beginning, we cannot do this alone. So today we’re excited to announce that 49 companies & organizations around the country have committed to active steps to reduce roadway fatalities -- we're calling them our allies in action:
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In the past year, we've advanced rule makings on automatic emergency breaking & rear impact guards, and taken several steps to promote the creation of more Complete Streets:
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Yesterday, we announced funding to support 70 tribes to make roadway safety improvements, a critical part of addressing the disparities that tribal communities face when it comes to roadway fatalities.
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We recently announced the first round of funding for the Safe Streets and Roads for All program that supports over 500 local communities in the planning and implementation of strategies to make roadways safer and save lives.
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A year ago, we released our department's National Roadway Safety Strategy to put our nation on the path to ending traffic fatalities. Since then, our department has doubled down on our commitment to improving road safety through the safe systems approach🧵
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In his latest for , sat down with of to discuss his first two years in office, his department’s new roadway safety initiative, and how the DOT is engaging with the #privatesector & #smallbusiness.
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FHWA today announced that 70 Tribes will receive approximately $21M for 93 projects that improve road safety on Tribal lands, addressing one of the safety goals laid out in ’s National Roadway Safety Strategy. bit.ly/3Ym8enU #BipartisanInfrastructureLaw
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The U.S. has seen a persistently high number of roadway deaths, a problem that’s worse than in many developed countries.
spoke with about a new federal initiative to improve road safety. to.pbs.org/3MzB3rB
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200,000 Americans take Amtrak or NJ Transit under the Hudson River every single day. They know what I do: it needs fixing.
We’re finally getting it done.
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The United States is one of the only countries in the world that doesn’t guarantee paid leave.
92% of our lowest wage workers – mostly women and workers of color – have no paid family leave.
remains committed to passing a national paid family and medical leave program.
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Through the Safe Streets and Roads for All program, our department is supporting hundreds of communities as they plan for and implement steps that are proven to make roadways safer and save lives.
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President Biden announced funding for nine major infrastructure projects across the country. These investments will create good-paying jobs, grow the economy, strengthen supply chains, improve mobility for residents, and make our transportation systems safer.
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In Chicago, we're funding the replacement of rail bridges that were built before the turn of the last century. This will improve travel time and reliability for passengers commuting between Kenosha, Lake County, and downtown Chicago.
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It's been an honor and a pleasure to work with Ron Klain these last two years. His intellect, discipline, and decency have guided this team to extraordinary achievements under President Biden's leadership, and America is better off thanks to his service.
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If airlines agree that this is wrong, and especially for any airline that maintains that they don't do it, then they should have no problem with our work on better transparency and rules.
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It's wrong for an airline to charge extra fees just to sit next to your child. This should not be controversial.
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Buttigieg also notes @USDOT plans to write rules that would bar airlines from charging family members to sit next to young children. The White House announcement of the planned rule provoked a strong response from airlines yesterday reuters.com/business/aeros
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Unfair, hidden “junk fees” – like additional charges when you’re buying airline or concert tickets – add up.
My Administration is cracking down on these fees, getting hard-working Americans a little more breathing room.
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It's time for action - and funding - to reverse the rise in roadway deaths.
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As Tyre Nichols’ family and community grieve, it is clear that his killing is a moral stain and yet another urgent reminder of all that must change in America. It is well past time for much-needed reform, including for Congress to pass the George Floyd Justice in Policing Act.
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In 2017, Henry lost his brother who was struck by a car in Charlotte, NC. His death, along with thousands of Americans' every year, was preventable.
Our $4.46M safety grant to the City of Charlotte will help implement proven strategies to protect lives along our roadways.
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We applaud the Biden-Harris administration, , and for providing urgently-needed funding to stem the traffic safety crisis, and for working with cities to maximize the number of lives it will save.
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We're announcing funding for 500+ projects nationwide to improve safety & save lives along America's roadways.
Our investment will fund safety planning & implementation for over half the nation's population — supporting our vision of ZERO roadway deaths.
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This Thursday at 9 am ET, join , , PPS Founder and CEO for a conversation about the impact of recent investments in infrastructure!
RSVP now: events.punchbowl.news/pop-up_Buttigi
#infrastructure #events #builduplocal
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During Black History Month, we recognize the pioneering Black leaders, inventors, and engineers who have made transportation better and safer in America. Their contributions have helped to shape the modern world.
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February is Black History Month, and all month long we’re celebrating Black excellence by highlighting Black leaders who’ve made outsized contributions to America’s transportation systems.
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Today we're awarding grants to over 500 communities around the country to help improve road safety, moving our nation closer to the only acceptable rate of roadway deaths: zero. bit.ly/3l1NOSI
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Congrats, Dottie 🎉
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Over 28 years ago, I took a job as a part-time @CapMetroATX bus operator. Today, this 2nd-generation transit worker is honored to be officially named @CapMetroATX’s next CEO. Thx to the board for this opportunity.
Happy my family was there to see this moment.
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Our $292M investment in the Gateway Program will reduce delays along a vital part of the NEC serving 200K & passenger trips a day.
Over the construction period alone, this program will create 72,000+ jobs & $19B in economic activity.
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One of the things about the infrastructure law that I'm most excited about?
We're doing it with American workers, with products made in America, and with union labor.
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When it comes to these major projects, we're getting it done - tearing down political obstacles and delivering long-awaited funding.
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The massive investments in our nation's infrastructure announced today by & will change life for thousands of workers. The Hudson River Tunnel project specifically will dramatically improve workplace safety for TWU rail members & create good union jobs.
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