Category Archives: legislation

Bicycle and Pedestrian Funding is at Risk

Posted on January 26, 2012 by

On Thursday, February 2, the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee is scheduled to vote on the long awaited American Energy and Infrastructure Jobs Act, a comprehensive infrastructure funding bill.  This bill would fund transportation infrastructure projects nationwide, however a crucial element … Continue reading →

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Safe Passing Through the Senate

Posted on January 25, 2012 by

On Tuesday, January 24, 2012, the Pennsylvania Senate voted to pass HB170, a bill that would require motorists allow a minimum of four feet when passing a cyclists on the roadway.  HB 170 was introduced to the PA House of … Continue reading →

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HB170 vote delayed until Jan. 23rd

Posted on January 19, 2012 by

From the Bicycle Coalition of Greater Philadelphia:  As reported earlier this week, HB170, PA’s safe passing bill, was placed on the Senate calendar for a vote Tuesday and Wednesday of this week. Unfortunately, the bill’s vote was put off until Monday, January 23rd. … Continue reading →

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PA House Democrats Introduce Transportation Funding Reform Bills

Posted on January 11, 2012 by

In late 2011, Representative Mike Hanna (D-76) and Representative Dan Frankel (D-23) introduced three pieces of legislation that greatly reform the way in which Pennsylvania funds its transportation system.  The three bills are very close to the three bills introduced … Continue reading →

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Tell Senator Pat Toomey and Bob Casey to Support Complete Streets

Posted on December 13, 2011 by

Now is our chance! While we continue to work to preserve federal funding for bicycling and walking, there is an opportunity this week to ensure that federally funded transportation projects accommodate the needs and safety of all users — including … Continue reading →

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