Protecting Cultural Resources
The Wisconsin Department of Transportation recently helped unveil the latest set of dual-language highway signs for placement on state highways to welcome travelers to Wisconsin’s tribal communities in both English and native languages. [Above photo by Wisconsin DOT] The sign unveiling took place at the Ho-Chunk House of Wellness in Baraboo with Governor Tony Evers (D) More
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The Arkansas Department of Transportation is building new “anti-litter displays” that will be rotated among several highway locations statewide in the coming months. [Above photo by ARDOT] Travelers along Arkansas highways will see a series of blue highway signs – made in-house by ARDOT employees – with anti-litter messaging. The first sign will read, “ARDOT More
House lawmakers introduce bipartisan legislation to support World Cup local transportation needs (National Association of Counties)
U.S. House passes Yakym, Panetta bipartisan bill to increase NEPA Transparency (Marshall County Post)
State DOTs Making Preparations for Wintertime Operations (AASHTO Journal)
Where Train Dreams Meet Reality in Texas (Bloomberg CityLab)
Maryland Unveils Sustainable Growth Implementation Guide Creating a Pathway for Thriving Communities (Maryland Department of Planning)
The people building sustainability - without a clearly defined role (Chalmers University of Technology)
A Train Grows in Brooklyn (Bloomberg City Lab)
California governor announces $1.1B in zero-emission transit, safer roadways, and resilient infrastructure (California Governor’s Office (media release))
US 400kW public EV charging network grows (Infrastructure News)
USPS finally gets some EVs on the road (EV Fleet and Infrastructure)
Power when parked: EVs could help save money, reduce emissions by providing energy to homes (Michigan News/University of Michigan)
The Role of PHEVs in Transport Electrification (Columbia University School of International and Public Affairs (Commentary))
NYC congestion pricing cuts air pollution by 22% in six months (Air Quality News)
More Nebraskans need rural transportation, but there’s less money to fund it (Nebraska Public Media)
Denver RTD’s changes to disability transport faces legal challenge (Denver Gazette)
DelDOT Considers Widening Roads Leading to the Beaches (Spotlight Delaware)
Proposal would set 15 mph limit for e-bikes and bikes on Illinois paths (Journal-Courier)
Public Asked to Spot Traffic-Calming Features in “12 Days of Mapping” Campaign for AI Bike Map Project (Santa Barbara County Association of Governments (media release))
Tools and Technology for Roadside Vegetation Asset Management: A Guide (2025) (NCHRP (link to pdf))
Investigation of Tools and Technology for Roadside Vegetation Asset Management 2025 (NCHRP (link to pdf))
A first look into congestion pricing in the United States: PM2.5 impacts after six months of New York City cordon pricing (npj Clean Air)
Active Transportation Freeze: Where do Federal Active Transportation Grants Stand? (Rails to Trails Conservancy (webinar))
California’s road to climate progress, Part 4 (Brookings Institution)
Public Hearing for Corporate Average Fuel Economy Standards: The Safer Affordable Fuel-Efficient (SAFE) Vehicle Rule III for Model Years 2022 to 2031 Passenger Cars and Light Trucks (NHTSA (Notification of public hearing))
Application From the State of Nebraska to the Surface Transportation Project Delivery Program and Proposed Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) Assigning Environmental Responsibilities to the State (FHWA (Notice of proposed MOU and request for comments))
