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Maine Competitive Bridge Grants Announcement
Remarks Prepared for Delivery byU.S. Secretary of Transportation Elaine L. ChaoMaine Competitive Bridge Grants AnnouncementFreeport, MaineWednesday, September 4, 2019
Thank you, Bruce.
Before I begin, let me say a few words about Hurricane Dorian. The President met with...
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U.S. Department of Transportation Resources for Hurricane Dorian
The U.S. Department of Transportation’s (USDOT) Operating Administrations are actively monitoring Hurricane Dorian and its impact. The Department has issued emergency declarations to remove restrictions in order to hasten the delivery of emergency equipment and...
Remarks at the Kentucky Local Issues Conference
Remarks Prepared for Delivery byU.S. Secretary of Transportation Elaine L. ChaoKentucky Local Issues ConferenceLouisville, KYAugust 30, 2019
Thank you, Governor. It’s great to be home! Thank you for your leadership of Kentucky. I know you work very hard for our...
Remarks at Mississippi Coastal Region Transportation Summit
Remarks Prepared for Delivery byU.S. Secretary of Transportation Elaine L. ChaoMississippi Coastal Region Transportation SummitBiloxi, MississippiAugust 29, 2019
Thank you, Chairman Wicker for inviting me to participate in this Transportation Summit. Thank you for your leadership of...
Competitive Highway Bridge Program
U.S. Transportation Secretary Elaine L. Chao Announces $225 Million in Grants
WASHINGTON – U.S. Transportation Secretary Elaine L. Chao today announced the recipients of $225 million in Competitive Highway Bridge Program (CHBP) grant funding. Awarded to 20 projects in 18 states, the grants will fund a variety of bridge improvements including replacement and rehabilitation...
Transportation Secretary Elaine L. Chao, Senator Roger Wicker Announce $16.8 Million to Fund Bridge Improvements in Mississippi
WASHINGTON – U.S. Transportation Secretary Elaine L. Chao and U.S. Senator Roger Wicker (R-Miss.) today announced $16.8 million for Mississippi to fund bridge improvements in seven rural counties through the Competitive Highway Bridge Program (CHBP). Secretary Chao delivered the news during the...
United States and European Union Sign Standalone Agreement Allowing U.S. Carriers to provide Wet Lease Services
BRUSSELS – U.S.,EU, Norwegian, and Icelandic officials today signed an agreement that levels the competitive playing field for U.S. air carriers seeking to “wet lease” to European carriers. Today’s signature marks the end of a long-standing commercial concern for U.S. carriers, and...