ARTBA

CAW · Clean Air and Water (quality)

Met with EPA and OMB on proposed Waters of the United States rulemaking. Urged EPA to clarify section 401 water permits. Commented on proposed National Ambient Air Quality Standards

CIV · Civil Rights/Civil Liberties

Urged proper implementation of the Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) programs in alignment with recent court action. Filed comments to EPA on status of DBE program

TRA · Transportation

Support for reauthorization of highway and public transportation programs due in 2026. ARTBA reiterated priorities for proper implementation of the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act, including but not limited to Buy America provisions. Filed comments with USDOT on strategic plan and digital infrastructure strategy. Engaged with USDOT and White House on implementation of American Security Drone Act

LBR · Labor Issues/Antitrust/Workplace

Urged OSHA development of a new heat proposal that addresses varying conditions.

ENV · Environment/Superfund

Supported NEPA reforms to streamline federal permitting process and enhance project delivery. Support for PERMIT Act of 2025. Support for SPEED Act of 2025. Support for Interactive Federal Review Act. Army Corps Nationwide Permits Reissuance

BUD · Budget/Appropriations

Supported full funding of surface transportation programs in FY 2026 appropriations.

TAX · Taxation/Internal Revenue Code

Support for Highway Trust Fund solvency measures, including S. 536 the Fair SHARE Act, which would impose a fee on electric vehicles.

Literal federal measure citations: S. 536