Establish a Clear, Achievable National Goal

Contact

Sean O'Neill
Director, Congressional Relations, Infrastructure Advancement
Associated General Contractors of America
2300 Wilson Boulevard, Suite 400
Arlington, VA 22201
USA
Phone: (202) 547-8892
Fax: (202) 547-1635
http://www.agc.org

To Maximize the Beneficial Impacts of What May Be a Smaller Federal Investment, the Federal Involvement Will Be Forced To Focus on a Clear National Goal

Background:

  • Even with a national goal for our transportation programs, states have different priorities and their own unique challenges. Yet, are united by our nation’s transportation network that serves as our country’s economic engine.

AGC Message:

  • Focus on the National Highway System. A smaller federal investment in surface transportation programs means that in order to meet the needs of our transportation system the federal involvement should focus on the National Highway System (NHS).
  • Funding for National Priorities. Federal highway and transit programs should not be micromanaged by Congress or the US DOT, but should instead be subject to minimum standards for performance, maintenance, environmental compatibility and safety. Funds should be given to states to address national priorities within the state’s borders.