Sec. Hammond (left) advocates for transportation
at 2010 White House meeting

WSDOT Secretary Paula Hammond explains the impact of a proposed (now-passed) rule on Washington state, and asks Members to consider alternate language. I think the letter explains the issue well, but you can also read these related stories for more background:

House Will Adopt Rule Allowing Reduced Transportation Funding

Mica Will Challenge Proposed Rule that Could Reduce Transportation Spending

Could Fed Transportation Funding Drop by $7 Billion?

House May Allow Reduced Transportation Spending

Click on the magnifying glass icon at bottom left to enlarge the letter text.


House Rule Letter To Reichert

Posted On 1/05/2011 12:07:00 PM by Larry Ehl |

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