STPP and its coalition partners have released an initial position statement outlining four key challenges that Congress needs to address as part of the TEA-21 renewal debate. The statement calls for the defense of the ISTEA and TEA-21 program frameworks along with new guarantees to make the funding programs more accountable, transparent and tied to performance. The statement issues a strong message that environmental, health, air quality, equity and historic preservation protections must be preserved and strengthened as part of the TEA-21 renewal, and builds on the four challenges contained in the new transportation charter: (1) require accountability and reward performance; (2) fix it first; (3) create better transportation choices and build more livable communities; and (4) learn to serve people. 

STPP is calling for the fulfillment of the core promise outlined in ISTEA and TEA-21: namely that all levels of government must better involve stakeholders and the public to create a bold new approach to transportation in the post-interstate era. STPP strongly believes that transportation investments in the 21st century can and should must prioritize improved public health, safety and security, environmental protection, economic prosperity, social equity and increased energy efficiency.

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