Governor Andrew M. Cuomo announced yesterday that he would sign the state’s Complete Streets (S5411.A/A8366) bill into law. [Continue Reading "Excelsior! Complete Streets…"]
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New York State’s legislative session ends in under a month, adding increased urgency to advocates’ calls for passage of statewide Complete Streets legislation. With a bi-partisan bill in the State Senate and a broad coalition of supporters, now is the time for New York to pass this important piece of legislation. [Continue Reading "Take Action..."] A round-up of Complete Streets activity in the state legislatures, covering news from Massachusetts, Missouri, Rhode Island, Texas, and Washington. [Continue Reading "State Legislation Updates"] New Yorkers are lining up to support bills S1332 and A1863, known as “Brittany’s Law,” which would direct inclusion of all users in state transportation projects. The law takes its name from the tragic death of 14-year-old Brittany Vega, whose mother Sandi is tirelessly advocating for Complete Streets policies at the state and local level. [Continue Reading "New Yorkers Rally Behind..."] While it “wonderful” may be an overstatement, with a half-dozen state legislatures looking at new Complete Streets bills this year, it is an exciting time for the Complete Streets movement. [Continue Reading "It's the Most Wonderful..."] Almost always inspired by people around the country talking about what Complete Streets means to them, Barbara McCann reflects on two recent articles that show the diversity of people championing – and winning – Complete Streets policies. [Continue Reading "Diverse Voices Stand Up..."] In the last month, the National Complete Streets Coalition celebrated policy success: Michigan Governor Jennifer Granholm signed Public Act 135, directing the Michigan DOT to develop a Complete Streets policy, and the Louisiana DOT adopted a Complete Streets policy developed by a variety of stakeholders late last year. It’s hard to think of Michigan without thinking of the automobile, but the growing Michigan Complete Streets Coalition (now at 70+ members!) is working to change that. With two bills set for a Committee vote today and more and more communities adopting their own policies, the Coalition is helping Michigan be a safer, healthier, and stronger place to live.[Continue Reading "Complete Streets on a Roll...] Last month, the Minnesota Complete Streets Coalition celebrated the passage of a strong state law. They have kindly shared more information on the bill and how they did it, including lessons learned. ["Continue Reading "Complete Streets Bill Passes..."] Last Monday, Minnesota became the fifth state this year to introduce complete streets legislation. Bills SF 2461 and HF 2801 will ensure every road construction, reconstruction, or rehabilitation project funded partially or completely by the state to follow a complete streets approach. [Continue Reading "Complete Streets Bills Introduced..."] |
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