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Legislation
National Complete Streets Bill Is Introduced in the Senate
March 3, 2008
On Monday, March 3, 2008, Senator Tom Harkin (D-IA) introduced Senate bill S. 2686, The Complete Streets Act of 2008. The Complete Streets Act of 2008 was introduced to ensure that all users of the transportation system, including pedestrians, bicyclists, and transit users as well as children, older individuals, and individuals with disabilities, are able to travel safely and conveniently on streets and highways. The bill would require that State DOTs and MPOs develop complete streets policies for the use of federal funds.
Co-sponsors and supporters of S. 2686 are essential - please call or write to your Senator today to gain their support. Visit the Complete Streets website for talking points, fact sheets and updated information. The Safe Routes to School National Partnership is supporting this bill, as complete streets help to make our roadways safer for everyone, including children, the most vulnerable users.
Deb Hubsmith Requested to Supply Written Testimony to Congress
March 14, 2008
Congressman James Oberstar, Chairman of the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee, invited Deb Hubsmith, Director of the Safe Routes to School National Partnership, to provide written testimony on the “Transportation for Tomorrow” report of the National Surface Transportation Policy and Revenue Study Commission to the Transportation and Infrastructure Committee of the House of Representatives. To see Deb’s full written testimony, click here.
No Child Left Behind
March 26, 2008
The Partnership is working with the National Coalition for Promoting Physical Activity to secure language in the No Child Left Behind reauthorization related to physical activity and Safe Routes to School.
California Congresswoman Linda Sanchez introduced HR3438 regarding the Safe and Drug Free Schools and Communities Act. Her main focus was gang prevention and bullying, however, she also included language that sets forth ideas for incorporating physical activity into the Safe and Drug Free Schools and Communities Act. Advocates believe that there will be no major action on the bill until after the election, but efforts are continuing to include grants for non-infrastructure Safe Routes to School programs when the next Education Act comes to fruition. For more information, please visit the National Coalition for Promoting Physical Activity. |
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