“America is Building Again”: USDOT Sets the Stage for a New Era in Infrastructure Investment
As the September 30, 2026, expiration date for the current Surface Transportation Authorization looms, the U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT) is ramping up momentum toward a new legislative framework to drive infrastructure development across the country. With key stakeholders, industry leaders, and lawmakers gathering under the leadership of Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy, the nation’s top transportation officials are laying the groundwork for a bold, streamlined, and safety-focused reauthorization bill. Laying the Foundation: Priorities for the Surface Transportation Reauthorization Speaking at a recent transportation policy conference, Secretary Duffy unveiled President Trump’s “America is Building Again” agenda—an aggressive plan to accelerate infrastructure development while cutting regulatory red tape. The agenda outlines several critical policy pillars: Enhancing Transportation Safety : From improved bridge safety and pedestrian protect...