We are writing to express our support for transportation investments that prioritize public transit and active transportation where Flash Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) is planned on US29.

The Coalition for Smarter Growth supports SB 947. In particular, we are testifying in support of two of the bill provisions: establishment of a Commuter Services Advisory Board for MARC and MTA Commuter Bus services; and a technical study on the creation of a rail authority in the state.

Spring is finally just around the corner, and things are definitely heating up at both the MD and VA General Assemblies and in our local communities. Let's tackle the action items ahead together!

Regional Transportation Authorities SB 674 would increase taxes via three new taxing and planning authorities for transportation in portions of the state. SB 674 structures the proposed funding authorities similar to ones in Virginia that have been problematic and led to calls for reform by some officials and stakeholders.

Life moves pretty fast at the General Assembly – if you don’t stop and look around once in a while, you could miss it!