Work on important construction projects in communities across the country came to a temporary halt recently after Congress initially failed to extend legislation funding highway and transit programs

   In addition, nearly 2,000 Department of Transportation employees – including inspectors – were furloughed without pay.Washington's failure to act couldn't have come at a worse time.
   Unemployment is sky high and our nation's infrastructure is crumbling.

   How can policymakers miss the boat on transportation when our needs are so obvious?
   Adequate funding will lead to reduced congestion and pollution. It will improve safety and the competitiveness of our businesses.