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Highway widenings are losing steam in some states

Posted on May 31, 2022

A small but growing number of state DOTs are putting planned highway expansion projects on hold as they work to stretch their available funds and assess how to meet ambitious environmental goals. Certain environmental organizations, cities, and equity-focused advocates interested in rebuilding communities damaged by urban freeways are among those pressuring DOTs to change their long-standing practices.

Posted in DOTs, Economic Impact, Organizational ReformTagged equity, freight, highways, public engagement, reform

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