Linda Bailey, Executive Director of the National Association of City Transportation Officials, released the following statement in response to the administration’s proposed GROW AMERICA Act:

“NACTO applauds President Obama and Secretary Foxx for putting forward a strong plan for the federal transportation program through 2018, the GROW AMERICA bill. We appreciate the increased funding and the recognition of locally-based innovation through an expansion of the discretionary program suite. The President’s commitment to transit is particularly welcome in the coming debate over reauthorization of MAP-21, as the Highway Trust Fund edges into the red.

“NACTO looks forward to working with Congress and the Administration to create a national transportation bill that will help cities realize their visions for the communities in the coming years.”