5 Policy Priorities for the Federal Aviation Administration Reauthorization ArticleMar 20, 2023 5 Policy Priorities for the Federal Aviation Administration Reauthorization The reauthorization of Federal Aviation Administration programs should provide dedicated funding for reducing greenhouse gas emissions from airplanes and airports, an increase in the Passenger Facility Charge, and decent wages and benefits for airport service workers. Mar 20, 2023 the Center for American Progress Kevin DeGood, Karla Walter
Biden’s Airport Infrastructure Upgrades Are Creating Jobs, Strengthening the Economy, and Improving Air Travel ArticleMar 9, 2023 Biden’s Airport Infrastructure Upgrades Are Creating Jobs, Strengthening the Economy, and Improving Air Travel Upgrades to U.S. airport infrastructure through the bipartisan infrastructure law are creating jobs, growing local economies, and improving traveler experience. Mar 9, 2023
Year 2 of the American Rescue Plan: Stories of Historic Recovery Personal StoryMar 6, 2023 Year 2 of the American Rescue Plan: Stories of Historic Recovery On the second anniversary of the American Rescue Plan, Americans share how the legislation has affected their lives and communities. Mar 6, 2023
Rural North Carolina Communities Connect to 21st Century Infrastructure Personal StoryMar 6, 2023 Rural North Carolina Communities Connect to 21st Century Infrastructure A rural North Carolina community received a grant from the American Rescue Plan to extend high-speed internet to its residents. Mar 6, 2023
Border City Receives American Rescue Plan Funding To Construct Commercial Port Personal StoryMar 6, 2023 Border City Receives American Rescue Plan Funding To Construct Commercial Port An Arizona county official describes the economic benefit of using American Rescue Plan funds to construct a commercial port at the U.S.-Mexico border. Mar 6, 2023
Biden’s Policies Are Cutting Americans’ Internet Expenses and Boosting Broadband Access ArticleFeb 23, 2023 Biden’s Policies Are Cutting Americans’ Internet Expenses and Boosting Broadband Access New laws are laying the groundwork to connect all Americans to affordable high-speed broadband. Feb 23, 2023
How historic infrastructure investments can benefit women workers In the NewsFeb 21, 2023 How historic infrastructure investments can benefit women workers Karla Walter partnered with Sharita Gruberg to break down the potential long-lasting benefits for women in manufacturing due to President Joe Biden’s historic economic legislation. Feb 21, 2023 The Hill Sharita Gruberg, Karla Walter
Investments in infrastructure and manufacturing are driving a revival in Ohio’s trades In the NewsFeb 17, 2023 Investments in infrastructure and manufacturing are driving a revival in Ohio’s trades Mike Knisley, the executive secretary-treasurer of the Ohio State Building and Construction Trades Council, describes how the Biden administration’s economic investments are boosting Ohio’s economy and expanding opportunities in the state’s building trades. Feb 17, 2023 Cleveland.com Mike Knisley
Biden’s economic agenda in action at Douglas port In the NewsFeb 17, 2023 Biden’s economic agenda in action at Douglas port In an op-ed, Cochise County Commissioner Ann English describes the need for a second port of entry to increase trade and protect community safety. The new commercial port project is now underway thanks to funding from the American Rescue Plan and the Biden administration’s investments in infrastructure. Feb 17, 2023 the Arizona Daily Star Ann English
Biden’s infrastructure and inflation reduction laws are transforming the boilermaker trade In the NewsFeb 16, 2023 Biden’s infrastructure and inflation reduction laws are transforming the boilermaker trade In an op-ed, Boilermakers Local 627 Business Manager Jacob Evenson discusses how his industry has experienced a downturn in recent decades. However, with new projects funded by the Biden administration, Evenson is more hopeful than ever for the future of the Boilermakers. Feb 16, 2023 the Arizona Mirror Jacob Evenson
Biden’s State of the Union—and the stories people from across the country are telling us—make the case for economic optimism In the NewsFeb 10, 2023 Biden’s State of the Union—and the stories people from across the country are telling us—make the case for economic optimism In an op-ed, Sage Warner writes that while some Americans are unaware of President Joe Biden’s agenda now, people across demographics will feel the benefits as policies are implemented in the coming years. The stories we hear at this point already signal that far-reaching impact. Feb 10, 2023 Fortune Sage Warner
Biden’s infrastructure bill helps prevent parents from losing children to car wrecks In the NewsFeb 5, 2023 Biden’s infrastructure bill helps prevent parents from losing children to car wrecks Four years after her son was killed by a speeding car, Nevada mother Suzan Smith describes how essential infrastructure investments are to protect the safety of pedestrians. She celebrates the road safety projects from the Biden administration’s infrastructure investments. Feb 5, 2023 the Las Vegas Sun Suzan Smith
Tackling Climate Change and Environmental Injustice Tackling Climate Change and Environmental Injustice We pursue climate action that meets the crisis’s urgency, creates good-quality jobs, benefits disadvantaged communities, and restores U.S. credibility on the global stage.
Restoring Social Trust in Democracy Restoring Social Trust in Democracy Democracy is under attack at home and abroad. We must act to ensure it is accessible to all, accountable, and can serve as a force of good.
Building an Economy for All Building an Economy for All Economic growth must be built on the foundation of a strong and secure middle class so that all Americans benefit from growth.
Advancing Racial Equity and Justice Advancing Racial Equity and Justice We apply a racial equity lens in developing and advancing policies that aim to root out entrenched systemic racism to ensure everyone has an opportunity to thrive.