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President's budget includes 1.82 billion for transit construction around the country
From DOT, February 2, 2010
On Monday, President Obama proposed $1.82 billion in funding for 27 major transit construction projects that will create jobs and increase transportation options throughout the United States. A complete list of projects – which are located in metropolitan areas across the nation -- is available here.
“These projects, planned and developed at the state and local level, are crucial investments that will boost economic vitality in cities and towns across the country,” said U.S. Transportation Secretary Ray LaHood.