If You Haven’t Contacted Your Rep, There is Still Time!
Throughout the month of August, AGC chapters and members have been visiting with their Congressmen, urging them to pass a long-term, fully funded transportation bill when they return to Washington in September. If you have not yet contacted your Congressman, now is the time to do so.
The Senate completed action on a six-year transportation bill before the August recess, and the House has indicated that it will work on its version of a bill when Congress reconvenes after Labor Day. AGC has heard reports that the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee will hold a transportation hearing on Sept. 17, although this has not been made official. With the current short-term extension of highway & transit programs expiring at the end of October, it is important you continue to pressure your Congressman to focus on passing a long-term bill and avoid another short-term extension. Resources to help you schedule in-person meetings can be found on the Hardhats for Highway “Meet with Congress” page.
For more information, talking points and additional social media materials, please visit Hardhats for Highways or contact Brynn Huneke at brynn.huneke@agc.org or (703) 837-5376.