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| SAFETEA-LU (Fed. Legis.) |
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SAFETEA-LU
On August 10, 2005, President Bush signed federal legislation authorizing $286.4 billion for transportation projects over the next six years. The new measure is popularly known as SAFETEA-LU, which stands for the “Safe, Accountable, Flexible, Efficient Transportation Equity Act-Legacy for Users." Among other things, SAFETEA-LU authorizes:
- $286.4 billion for roads, bridges, and public transit through 2009 (of this, approximately 18.5% will go to transit);
- $612 million for a Safe Routes to School Program over 5 years. This allows state departments of transportation to build sidewalks, eliminate hazards, and slow traffic near schools;
- $8.6 billion for CMAQ (Congestion Mitigation and Air Quality). Some CMAQ projects can incorporate bicycle and pedestrian facilities to reduce air pollution;
- $3.5 billion for Transportation Enhancements. “Enhancements” may include pedestrian facilities and bicycle trails;
- $370 million for the Recreational Trails Program; and
- $174 million for Scenic Byways.
For the text of SAFETEA-LU and related links, visit Federal Highway Administration
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