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@corvallisurbanist.bsky.social
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Oregon Native & Amateur urbanist. I made this account to talk about Urbanism and ways to improve this city and make it more livable

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corvallisurbanist.bsky.social @corvallisurbanist.bsky.social · 06/10/2026
Amtrak cascades are rolling out new Airo train sets I was on a sold-out older train, so it’s great to have modern trains with full capacity so more people in the NW can ride But there’s little effort from #orleg to improve speed, increase service, or expand the network #transitsky #amtrak #trains
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corvallisurbanist.bsky.social @corvallisurbanist.bsky.social · 06/10/2026
The state needs a decisive transit plan to cut carbon emissions but it seems to be doing the opposite The largest ODOT projects will both expand highways and cost 3.5 & 15.5+ billion dollars These costs WILL limit road maintenance funding & prevent transit projects #orleg #transitsky #carcentric
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corvallisurbanist.bsky.social @corvallisurbanist.bsky.social · 06/10/2026
I took an overnight trip to Portland this weekend While up there we only used transit to get around and took the train back down to Albany #transitsky #trimet #trains #buses #urbanism #cityplanning
View of a TriMet train going past View of the tower in Union station
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corvallisurbanist.bsky.social @corvallisurbanist.bsky.social · 06/10/2026
Space usage is an important lens regarding transit. A Single MAX car takes up about as much space as 5 parked cars (less when moving since cars spread out) That’s 22 cars that won’t be contributing to traffic or fighting for parking. this was just a sort ride on one traincar #transitsky
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corvallisurbanist.bsky.social @corvallisurbanist.bsky.social · 06/10/2026
In Portland, here’s my estimated number of cars the streetcars I was in helped replace: MAX blue line: 22 red line: 14 orange line: 12 B loop streetcar: 22 yellow line: 14 The distances varied, the point isn’t to compare it’s to consider how much space 22 cars is #transitsky #trains #urbanism
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corvallisurbanist.bsky.social @corvallisurbanist.bsky.social · 06/10/2026
I took an overnight trip to Portland this weekend While up there we only used transit to get around and took the train back down to Albany #transitsky #trimet #trains #buses #urbanism #cityplanning
View of a TriMet train going past View of the tower in Union station
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corvallisurbanist.bsky.social @corvallisurbanist.bsky.social · 01/10/2026
Some follow up on the Oregon transportation survey. While its not an exact comparison to the actual ODOT budget, it’s clear people want the state to prioritize and spend more money on road maintenance and on reliable transit #orleg #transitsky #urbanism #transit
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OPB @opb.org · 01/10/2026
Oregonians ranked maintaining and preserving highways and bridges and improving safety as the top priorities they think the Oregon Department of Transportation should focus on as it looks to resolve a $200 million budget gap in the 2027-29 budget cycle.
opb.org
Here’s how Oregonians want the state to address its transportation budget crisis
Governor workgroup gave Oregonians one month to respond to transportation survey.
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corvallisurbanist.bsky.social @corvallisurbanist.bsky.social · 21/09/2026
Given the rapid increase in gas prices I would like to advise people about Corvallis’s bus system With OSU in session 2/3/5/6 unfortunately switch down to every 40 minutes, but it’s still a free way to get around without having to worry about parking #transitsky #buses #parking #bus #pedestrianism
corvallisoregon.gov
Corvallis Transit System
The "Where's My Bus" feature offers real-time bus information and a quick and easy mobile version. Desktop version Mobile version
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City Observatory @cityobservatory.bsky.social · 21/09/2026
ODOT finally admits its not on track to meet climate goals, but falsely blames others, not its own failing policies, including wasting billions to expand highways. oregoncapitalchronicle.com/2026/09/16/o... cityobservatory.org/wrong-way-od...
oregoncapitalchronicle.com
Oregon isn’t on track to meet transportation emissions goals, forecast shows • Oregon Capital Chronicle
Oregon has lost much of the progress it had made toward its transportation greenhouse gas emissions goal, according to a new forecast.
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No More Freeways @nomorefreewayspdx.com · 21/09/2026
Oregon's roads are in *terrible* shape - among the worst in the country! - and yet Governor Kotek, the Oregon Legislature and ODOT are still thinking about spending *billions* on a single hwy project to double the width of I-5 instead of maintaining our state's existing roads and bridges. enough!
oregoncapitalchronicle.com
Oregon has one of the nation’s largest funding gaps to meet road maintenance needs • Oregon Capital Chronicle
The Beaver State has the second highest gap-to-expenditure ratio in the country, behind New York and tied with Connecticut.
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corvallisurbanist.bsky.social @corvallisurbanist.bsky.social · 15/09/2026
A major section of I-5 southbound is closed in Portland and traffic remains near normal ODOT plans to spend billions to add lanes in the rose quarter, but clearly alternatives to that route exist. If we invested in transit instead, traffic would decrease #transitsky #orleg #highways #buses
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corvallisurbanist.bsky.social @corvallisurbanist.bsky.social · 14/09/2026
Getting new trains for the Amtrak cascades is great, but our state should be doing more to expand and increase rail usage This includes both supporting running trains more frequently AND looking to build rail to reach more parts of the state #amtrak #orleg #trains #transitsky #transit
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AORTA Transit @aortarail.org · 10/09/2026
Have you heard the good news?
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Ryan Packer @typewriteralley.bsky.social · 10/09/2026
Amtrak will start running the new Airo trainsets on Amtrak Cascades on September 30, according to a WSDOT presentation happening right now at the Puget Sound Regional Council.
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corvallisurbanist.bsky.social @corvallisurbanist.bsky.social · 09/09/2026
Hi everyone! Reminder that you have until 6 pm tomorrow to comment on a transportation survey for the workgroup If you care about climate change, biking, or a functional transportation system, rank 1) Reliable Public Transit 2) Easier to Walk and Bike #transitsky #carcentric #buses #biking
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Rebuilding Our Transportation Vision Survey
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Evelyn 💗 @evieevolving.bsky.social · 08/09/2026
ODOT wants feedback on their 2026 state rail plan? I was made for this. wspengages.com/oregon-state...
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Oregon State Rail Plan
Review the draft Oregon State Rail plan and submit your comments.
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corvallisurbanist.bsky.social @corvallisurbanist.bsky.social · 04/09/2026
Heads up to everyone in Corvallis, the downtown transit center changed where the buses pull into this week Check the signs to avoid missing a bus
New bus stop location for 2/6 that has them on the street itselfView of a notice sign on the first shelter lane that 3&5 now stop there
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No More Freeways @nomorefreewayspdx.com · 03/09/2026
Meanwhile the Oregon Legislature is gearing up write a check for over two billion dollars to double the width of I-5 in the backyard of Harriet Tubman Moddle School, clogging the neighborhood with noise and air pollution.
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corvallisurbanist.bsky.social @corvallisurbanist.bsky.social · 02/09/2026
A few denser housing projects around Corvallis that are getting close to opening. All of them are very close to bus lines, and are within walking distance to a fair amount of amenities #cityplanning #urbanism #housing #buses #biking #transitsky #urban
Picture of new housing construction on Buchanan and 11thNew construction on 9th and conifer. Probably the worst located New construction on spruce by Walmart
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Ryan Packer @typewriteralley.bsky.social · 31/08/2026
The Washington, Oregon, and California transportation commissions are all holding a joint meeting tomorrow, and the first item on the agenda is "Climate Planning, Innovation and Adaption." Not holding my breath for any introspection on highway expansion projects. wstc.wa.gov/agendas/2026...
wstc.wa.gov
Agenda – September 1, 2026 – Tri-State Commission Meeting – Washington State Transportation Commission
This meeting will be conducted using Zoom Webinar. Registration is required to attend virtually.
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corvallisurbanist.bsky.social @corvallisurbanist.bsky.social · 01/09/2026
I rode the bike downtown to farmers market in Corvallis this weekend Overall it was fun (and removes the hassle of finding a parking space for a car) but I still find that 3rd/4th street are kind of a hostile towards biking to the waterfront #cycling #cityplanning #urbanplanning #pedestrianism
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AORTA Transit @aortarail.org · 28/08/2026
What's not only cheaper, but also a better (and greener) way to get from Vancouver BC to Seattle? The @amtrakcascades.wsdot.wa.gov train! 💸 Less than HALF the price ($50) compared to economy 💺 Roomy seats 🛜 Free Wi-Fi 🏔️ Incredible views Take a look: www.businessinsider.com/amtrak-train...
businessinsider.com
I traveled in coach on an Amtrak train from Vancouver to Seattle for $50. It was cheaper and less stressful than flying.
I booked a $50 coach seat on an Amtrak Cascades train from Vancouver, British Columbia, to Seattle, and I preferred it over economy air travel.
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AORTA Transit @aortarail.org · 23/08/2026
“Our transit system didn’t die of natural causes. It died of neglect.” AORTA member @xavierdstickler.bsky.social mourns the cuts to over 30 @trimet.org bus lines today. Contact your State Reps. to share your thoughts on these service changes.
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No More Freeways @nomorefreewayspdx.com · 22/08/2026
The cuts to bus service will get worse without bold leadership from the Oregon Legislature next session. Will we restore and expand public transit? Or will we continue to give billions of dollars to ODOT for their costly, polluting freeway expansions? www.wweek.com/news/2026/08...
wweek.com
‘Historic’ Service Cuts Are Now Arriving for TriMet Riders
The service reductions were first announced in January, as a state transportation funding package crumbled in the face of a Republican-led grassroots revolt.
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corvallisurbanist.bsky.social @corvallisurbanist.bsky.social · 20/08/2026
Recent corvallis bus ride to get dinner: 13 car trips replaced on the way down 7 on the way back Also it’s really frustrating Corvallis Transit System runs more buses in the summer when there’s LESS people #transit #transitsky #buses #urbanism #cityplanning #pedestrian
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corvallisurbanist.bsky.social @corvallisurbanist.bsky.social · 14/08/2026
Hey everyone- here’s an opportunity to give feedback on Oregon’s transportation system Fill this out and tell them to fund transit - buses, bike lanes, trains Additional points: emphasize ending highway expansions & adding lanes as part of “maintenance/repair” #transitsky #orleg #transit #buses
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Corvallis-Benton County Public Library @cbcpl.bsky.social · 12/08/2026
The schedule is set for the next season of Random Review! Join us on September 9 at 12 PM for the first one of the season, featuring a review of The Correspondent. Check out the whole season and find more information: cbcpl.net/random-review
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corvallisurbanist.bsky.social @corvallisurbanist.bsky.social · 13/08/2026
It is important to understand where Oregonians’ money is going. Both of these projects aim to expand the highway, which will not fix traffic. We should cancel these and use the billions to fund transit networks & bike lanes, which will reduce traffic #transitsky #orleg #carcentric #bus #biking
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City Observatory @cityobservatory.bsky.social · 13/08/2026
OregonDOT is #1 and #2: Per mile, the two most expensive highway expansion projects in the United States are the $3.5 billion I-5 Rose Quarter widening and the $15 billion Interstate Bridge Replacement. ODOT is utterly broke, and broke. City Observatory cityobservatory.org/bankrupt-a-3...
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No More Freeways @nomorefreewayspdx.com · 13/08/2026
"Nearly $56 million in unobligated funds that could have been used to help balance the Oregon Department of Transportation's budget never made it to the negotiation table in the 2026 legislative session, the agency told the Statesman Journal." www.statesmanjournal.com/story/news/p...
statesmanjournal.com
Why nearly $56M from ODOT wasn't used to balance budget | Exclusive
Information about nearly $56 million in funding that could have been used to balance ODOT's budget in the 2026 session was not shared with lawmakers.
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Khanh Pham for Oregon @khanhphamfororegon.com · 12/08/2026
Update from @trimet.org today: Without additional revenue, TriMet's budget deficit will ultimately force the agency to cut in excess of 33% of its total service by 2030 or 2031. This is what a 31% service could look like:
Eliminating 30 of 79 bus lines (38% of bus lines).
Ending weekend service on many bus lines.
Ending service on many bus lines after 9pm.
Shutting down WES Commuter rail system.
MAX frequency goes from 15 mins to 20 mins (3 trains per hour vs 4)
Bus frequent services goes from 15 mins to 17.5 mins.
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corvallisurbanist.bsky.social @corvallisurbanist.bsky.social · 12/08/2026
The Pacific Northwest deserves better train service Last year #orleg cut millions from rail investments to throw to road maintenance (rather than stop expanding highways) Train service from EUG - PDX - SEA should be often enough most people near I-5 choose not to drive #amtrak #transitsky #train
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corvallisurbanist.bsky.social @corvallisurbanist.bsky.social · 12/08/2026
Amtrak having severely reduced service for 2 weeks is unacceptable, especially as there isn’t even bus service on all the trains After this crisis, relevant governments should evaluate any derelict buildings along the tracks and accelerate replacing them with housing #transitsky #amtrak #trains
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corvallisurbanist.bsky.social @corvallisurbanist.bsky.social · 12/08/2026
Prioritization project feedback is over but there’s another neighborhood bikeway open house from 5:30-7:30 at the CoHo Ecovillage Common House (1975 SE Crystal Lake Drive) Materials will be made available online if you can’t make it #pedestrianism #cityplanning #cycling #bicycling #transitsky
corvallisoregon.gov
Neighborhood Bikeway - Southeast Corvallis (North)
View this project in the Capital Improvement Program document here.
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Nic Cota @nictrieslife.bsky.social · 11/08/2026
@oregonian.com I don’t know how the main story about the centennial mills burning is right now every single Amtrak train has had to bus folks b/w Portland & Vancouver, WA since last week. That’s 1000s of people. Their luggage. Busses. Deboarding. Boarding. Deboarding. Boarding. What a nightmare
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AORTA Transit @aortarail.org · 10/08/2026
As of Aug. 10, @amtrakcascades.wsdot.wa.gov is still operating with modified service due to an unstable building near Portland Union Station. Here‘s what riders should know before they go. For more info, visit amtrakcascades.com
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Khanh Pham for Oregon @khanhphamfororegon.com · 11/08/2026
Oregon simply won't have enough money to fix our state's crumbling roads and bridges and restore statewide transit service if we continue to write blank checks for ODOT's proposed multibillion dollar megaprojects. #orpol #orleg
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corvallisurbanist.bsky.social @corvallisurbanist.bsky.social · 11/08/2026
Some routes have more complex improvements (not sure if this is part of Beca or 26th/27th bukeway) a couple intersections with McKinley will have diverters added so bikes can pass through but cars attempting to cut through the neighborhood are blocked #bicycling #urbanism #transitsky #bike
Overhead design schematic of changes proposed for Lincoln Avenue & 27th street/coolidge way/26th street

Proposed improvements at this location include a neighborhood traffic circle and partial diverts on Lincoln Avenue and 26th street restrict vehicle movement while maintaining bicycle thoroughfare
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corvallisurbanist.bsky.social @corvallisurbanist.bsky.social · 10/08/2026
Just a reminder that for people in Corvallis, the bikeways feedback opportunity closes at the end of Monday the 10th The feedback will inform the revised concepts in September! #cityplanning #urbanism #biking #carfree #pedestrianism #cycling #bike #transitsky
clip from the neighborhood bikeways guide, showing we are at July 2026, 30% Design & Open House - in-person and virtual review of conceptual designs

and september 2026 will have revised concept designs


Taken from city of corvallis neighborhood bikeway project pagemap of the top five neighborhood bikeways being planned and how it connects into the tyler/11th street sections
-16th/17th st
-26th/27th st
- lincoln-beca avenue
-polk-tyler avenue
- madison ave



Taken from city of corvallis neighborhood bikeway project page
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corvallisurbanist.bsky.social @corvallisurbanist.bsky.social · 10/08/2026
Just a reminder that for people in Corvallis, the bikeways feedback opportunity closes at the end of Monday the 10th The feedback will inform the revised concepts in September! #cityplanning #urbanism #biking #carfree #pedestrianism #cycling #bike #transitsky
clip from the neighborhood bikeways guide, showing we are at July 2026, 30% Design & Open House - in-person and virtual review of conceptual designs

and september 2026 will have revised concept designs


Taken from city of corvallis neighborhood bikeway project pagemap of the top five neighborhood bikeways being planned and how it connects into the tyler/11th street sections
-16th/17th st
-26th/27th st
- lincoln-beca avenue
-polk-tyler avenue
- madison ave



Taken from city of corvallis neighborhood bikeway project page
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OPB @opb.org · 06/08/2026
The measure would charge some large retailers and banks a fee equal to 2% of their gross retail profits made in Eugene.
opb.org
Eugene Clean Energy Fund qualifies for November ballot
Voters will get to decide whether to make large corporations pay money into a fund that supports climate projects.
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corvallisurbanist.bsky.social @corvallisurbanist.bsky.social · 04/08/2026
If you're a Corvallis local, there's an feedback opportunity for the neighborhood bikeway prioritization project Scroll to the "online open house" link to look at the initial design of 5 community bikeways and find the feedback form #cityplanning #bicycling #urbanism #biking #transitsky
corvallisoregon.gov
Neighborhood Bikeway Prioritization and Scoping Project
This project will prioritize the City’s eleven Neighborhood Bikeway projects identified in the City's Transportation System Plan, and develop conceptual designs and cost estimates for the top five pro...
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corvallisurbanist.bsky.social @corvallisurbanist.bsky.social · 28/07/2026
Reposting that this is happening tonight from 5:30 - 7:30 at the Corvallis public library! I’ll be going and I’ll share any new insights here #bicyclist #bicyling #urbanplanning #cityplanning #urbanism #carcentric #transitsky
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corvallisurbanist.bsky.social @corvallisurbanist.bsky.social · 17/07/2026
New Corvallis opportunity! The neighborhood bikeways program is holding another open house! They will be showing the 5 bikeways chosen to be built next and some initial designs Important public input opportunity! #biking #cycling #pedestrianism #urbanplanning #urbanism #transitsky #bikeways
corvallisoregon.gov
Neighborhood Bikeway Prioritization Open House #2
Join the City of Corvallis and DKS Associates staff for an open discussion on the preliminary concept designs for the top 5 Neighborhood Bikeways based on recent prioritization of future Neighborhood ...
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Kori 🌹 @koriander.bsky.social · 17/07/2026
So happy for them. The cycle continues: 🔁 “This city is growing explosively due to unlimited free sprawl, candy&ice cream”➡️”oh fuck doubling our freeway capacity would kinda ruin everything”➡️actually build transit➡️take transit for granted now that new pop can afford fwy expansion (PDX is here) 🔄
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corvallisurbanist.bsky.social @corvallisurbanist.bsky.social · 14/07/2026
Used the Corvallis Transit System a few times recently I think the buses stop too early throughout the year, but it’s even more unfortunate that the last run on a warm summer Friday finishes before it’s even dark out #bus #pedestrianism #urbanism #buses #transit #carcentric
Picture of a Corvallis transit bus with a bike on the front
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corvallisurbanist.bsky.social @corvallisurbanist.bsky.social · 14/07/2026
Used the Corvallis Transit System a few times recently I think the buses stop too early throughout the year, but it’s even more unfortunate that the last run on a warm summer Friday finishes before it’s even dark out #bus #pedestrianism #urbanism #buses #transit #carcentric
Picture of a Corvallis transit bus with a bike on the front
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Fischer 🛠️🚇 @fischer.bsky.social · 13/07/2026
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map showing OR3 losing $64.4 million in transit funding from the BUILD america  250 act
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Jennifer @jenwith1n.bsky.social · 13/07/2026
This would be an absolute disaster for Portland and Oregon more broadly. We are already starting to see the impacts of legislative inaction on transit service statewide - federal cuts on top of that would set us back decades. www.urban.org/urban-wire/h...
urban.org
How Will Congress’s Proposed Cuts to Transit Funding Affect Your State and Congressional District?
The next transportation reauthorization law will reshape federal transportation spending for years to come.
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