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SAFETEA-LU Signed Into Law
The Safe, Accountable, Flexible, Efficient Transportation Equity Act – A Legacy for Users (SAFETEA-LU) was signed into law by President Bush on August 10, 2005. SAFETEA-LU amends Titles 23 and 49 of the US Code and authorizes $286 billion over the next five years for transportation projects nationwide. This legislation renews federal funds for highway and transit programs designed to replace the Transportation Equity Act for the 21st Century (TEA-21).

New Jersey will receive $8 billion for transportation projects, which includes $5.6 billion for construction of highways, roads and bridges. The State will receive another $2.45 billion in transit aid over the next six years.

Cross County Connection’s service area will receive $149 million in earmarked project funds. Specifically, the PATCO high speed rail line from Camden County to Philadelphia will receive $50 million for rehabilitation of the rail cars. The Route 42 and I-295 Direct Connect Project will receive $29 million. The BurLink bus service will receive $3.3 million for vehicles and equipment. Bicycle and pedestrian projects in Cross County Connection’s service area will receive $3.4 million.

 

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