Transport Topics (June 7, 2021)

Democratic members of the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee unveiled a $547 billion surface transportation reauthorization bill on Friday. The majority of the funding outlined in the bill, $343 billion, would be directed to roads, bridges and safety programs. The bill proposes $250 million for commercial motor vehicle parking each year for fiscal years 2023 through 2026. It also calls for the secretary of transportation to assess the risk posed by untreated obstructive sleep apnea in truck drivers. In a joint statement, Republican committee members complained that the bill attempts to appease the most progressive members in the majority’s party instead of attempting to earn bipartisan support. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices