Latest News Updates From Noël Fletcher

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Work Progresses on Two Projects at Maine-Canada Border

Construction continues moving forward to replace a new bridge and revamped port of entry connecting Maine and Canada to save trucks from a long detour due to load restrictions on an aging 100-year-old bridge.

September 13, 2022
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Rhode Island to Repave Pothole-Ridden I-295

Rhode Island Gov. Dan McKee has kicked off repaving the state’s Interstate 295 corridor, a key north-south freight route last paved 18 years ago and known as a poster child for potholes.

September 13, 2022
Government

Biden Announces 26 Appointments to Infrastructure Advisory Group

President Joe Biden announced the names of 26 people representing 15 states and the District of Columbia to the National Infrastructure Advisory Council to recommend strategies for the nation’s critical infrastructure.

September 7, 2022
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Illinois to Improve Highways in $34.6 Billion Program

A new analytical tool was used to select road projects that add highway capacity in a six-year, $34.6 billion Illinois state transportation program.

September 7, 2022
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Texas Adopts 10-Year, $85 Billion Transportation Plan

A 10-year Texas Department of Transportation plan to spend a record $85 billion to alleviate roadway congestion, enhance transportation safety and improve highways received the governor’s stamp of approval Aug. 30.

September 6, 2022
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Nevada Details Infrastructure Plans Online

Nevada officials have a new website launched by the governor showing federal infrastructure investments coming to the state and available grants to apply for future projects.

September 6, 2022
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Governors of Ohio, Kentucky Apply for More Brent Spence Bridge Funding

The governors of Kentucky and Ohio have applied for a $1.66 billion federal grant to fund improvements to the Brent Spence Bridge, a span that connects the states and serves as a vital link for freight traffic.

September 1, 2022
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DOT to Give States $512.2 Million for Road, Bridge Repairs

To help communities rebuild vital infrastructure damaged by extreme weather and wildfires, the U.S. Department of Transportation announced $512.2 million in Emergency Relief Program funds to help 30 states, the District of Columbia and Puerto Rico.

September 1, 2022
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Stakeholders Grapple With Shortage of NYC Truck Parking

The Trucking Association of New York and state leaders are looking to address a shortage of truck parking in the New York City area that has led to trucks being towed and booted.

September 1, 2022
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Nevada Infrastructure Summit Planned as State Gets Funding for Inland Port

Recently awarded $25 million in federal funds for an inland port project, Nevada officials are planning the state’s first Infrastructure Summit slated for Sept. 30 in Las Vegas.

August 31, 2022