CSG-Testimony-to-House-Subcommittee-on-Railroads-Pipelines-and-Hazardous-Materials-on-SCMAGLEVDownload May 4, 2021 House Committee on Transportation & Infrastructure Subcommittee on Railroads, Pipelines, and Hazardous Materials 2167 Rayburn House Office Building 45 Independence Ave SW Washington, DC 20515 Hearing: “When Unlimited Potential Meets Limited Resources: The Benefits and Challenges of High-Speed Rail and Emerging Rail Technologies” Testimony for May

Fare-free public transit has recently gained momentum across the globe. As of 2018, there were 97 cities and towns with fully fare-free public transit, mostly in Europe. There are 27 fare-free systems in the United States, “mostly in small towns and colleges.” Reasons for this move include climate, congestion, equity, and economic development.

Transit Equity Principles for WMATA and Local Transit Agencies When Allocating Federal Emergency Funds, Budgeting, and Restoring Service

2021_02_12_GHG-measure-LetterDownload The Honorable Peter Buttigieg Secretary, U.S. Department of Transportation  1200 New Jersey Ave SE Washington, DC 20590 Dear Secretary Buttigieg: Congratulations on your confirmation as the 19th Secretary of the Department of Transportation. We are grateful for your service and look forward to working with you. We are writing

Release-DC Regional Travel Survey Shows Demand for Walk, Bike, & Fighting Climate ChangeDownload Coalition for Smarter Growth February 12, 2021 For Immediate Release Contact:  Stewart Schwartz, CSG, 703-599-6437  “Voices of the Region” Survey Shows the Region’s Residents Want to Walk and Bike More, Drive Less, and Prioritize Projects that Address Climate