Nebraska Federal Highway Administration News Monitoring Service

Federal Highway Administration Makes $225 Million Available for Highway Bridge Improvement Grants

FHWA 18-18 Wednesday, September 5, 2018 Contact: Nancy Singer Tel.: (202) 366-0660 WASHINGTON – The Federal Highway Administration today published a Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) in the Federal Register for rural states to compete for $225 million …

Nebraska Looks for New Ways to Warn Drivers of Deer

You’ve seen them – the yellow signs along the state’s rural roadways that warn of a deer crossing ahead. photo: Alan Keller/Utah Division of Wildlife ResourcesTrouble is, researchers say, we mostly ignore such warnings. It presents a quandary for …

Nebraska officials seek new ways to warn drivers of deer

LINCOLN, Neb. (AP) — You've seen them — the yellow signs along the state's rural roadways that warn of a deer crossing ahead. Trouble is, researchers say, we mostly ignore such warnings. It presents a quandary for highway safety officials in …

Nebraska Seeking New Ways to Warn Drivers About Deer

You’ve seen them — the yellow signs along the state’s rural roadways that warn of a deer crossing ahead. Trouble is, researchers say, we mostly ignore such warnings. It presents a quandary for highway safety officials in Nebraska seeking to head off …

U.S. Department of Transportation Signs Memorandum of Understanding with Nebraska

FHWA 20-18 September 5, 2018 Contact: Doug Hecox Tel.: (202) 366-0660 National program allows Nebraska to lead certain federal environmental compliance reviews LINCOLN, Neb. – Today, Governor Pete Ricketts and state officials joined the Federal Highway …

Nebraska accepting comments on statewide transportation plan

Nebraska's Department of Transportation is now accepting public comments on a draft statewide transportation improvement program for a four-year period. Copies are available from each of the department's eight district offices. The program covers …

Nebraska, New York, and More Removing Dangerous X-LITE Guardrails from Roadways

The Nebraska Department of Transportation (NDOT) announced on February 5, 2018, that they were temporarily discontinuing the use of X-LITE guardrail end caps. Similar announcements have been made in other states, including New York. In January 2018, the …

What should you do if a deer darts out?

Fall is when the deer and the antelope get a lot more active, shall we say. And guess what? They don’t always heed advice about not playing in the street. Minnesota is one of the riskiest places in the country for motorists when it comes to colliding with …

Do you know why the traffic lights are winking at you?

OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT) -- If you drive metro streets, you’ve no doubt seen those blinking yellow lights on traffic signals. They’ve been causing a little confusion. We’re used to seeing turn signals but the blinking yellow arrows are a new twist. We checked …

Residents raise concerns about Beltway roundabout

When you ask Dove’s Cove residents what drew them to the private lake community snuggled up to the northern bank of the Platte River, two common answers are: the surrounding nature and the relative solitude. “It’s a beautiful little area,” Lee Paden, owner …

Nebraska commission accepting 2017 trail grant applications

LINCOLN, Neb. — The Nebraska Game and Parks Commission is accepting Recreational Trail Program grant applications. The grant program is made available through the Federal Highway Administration that reimburses political subdivisions — such as communities, …

Plant Specimen Collection Donated By Former Student

CHADRON – The seed of an idea planted more than 40 years ago came to fruition July 13 when Larry Young donated his plant collection of more than 1,000 specimens to the High Plains Herbarium at Chadron State College. Herbarium Director Steve Rolfsmeier said …

Nebraska roads officials eye up to $19 million in annual savings if state takes over environmental reviews

LINCOLN — Nebraska roads officials estimate they could save up to $19 million annually if the state takes over environmental reviews currently overseen by the federal government. Kyle Schneweis, director of the Nebraska Department of Roads, testified …

Another Step Toward Lincoln South Beltway

Nebraska Department of Transportation and the City of Lincoln Celebrate Completion of Environmental Document for the Lincoln South Beltway March 28, 2018 (Lincoln, Neb.) — On Thursday, the Nebraska Department of Transportation and the City of Lincoln will …

New Lights Mean Smoother Traffic

Phase 1 of the “Green Light Lincoln” project is being called a success. The multi-phase initiative includes new traffic signals, detection and monitoring equipment and new timing plans to improve safety and increase traffic flow on major streets. The City …

The 10 States with the Most Suspended/Revoked Licenses

Committing certain driving infractions may lead to a suspended or revoked driver’s license. While both punishments mean you’re no longer legally allowed to drive, a revoked license is far more serious. A suspended license is a temporary punishment, either …

Studies show zipper merging shortens traffic delays

DAVENPORT, Iowa (KWQC) – With the return of the summer driving season, the zipper merge debate is back. Anti-zipper mergers say those who do it are rude, while pro-zippers argue it makes traffic delays shorter when lanes are being reduced because of …

State Transportation Improvement Plan Amendment Announced

The Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) and Federal Transit Administration (FTA) require each state highway agency to develop a Statewide Transportation Improvement Program (STIP).  The STIP must list all highway and transit projects that will be using …

Trail program grant applications being sought

LINCOLN, Neb. (AP) — The Nebraska Game and Parks Commission is accepting Recreational Trail Program grant applications for fiscal year 2018 funding. It's a grant program in which the Federal Highway Administration reimburses political subdivisions up …

THE DAILY LEADER: TUESDAY, JANUARY 22, 2019

“One Minutes” (Unlimited) **Following one minute speeches, the House is expected to recess until approximately 4:00 p.m. At that time the House will reconvene to consider the bills listed for consideration under suspension of the Rules. Any recorded votes …

Hoyer Statement on Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day

WASHINGTON, DC - House Majority Leader Steny H. Hoyer (MD) released the following statement in commemoration of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day: “As we join together to celebrate Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day, let us reaffirm his message of brotherhood and …

Hoyer Statement on President Trump's Speech

WASHINGTON, DC – House Majority Leader Steny H. Hoyer (MD) released the following statement today on President Trump’s speech: “President Trump and Senator McConnell need to open government today. The President must stop holding government hostage and end …

THE WEEKLY LEADER: FRIDAY, JANUARY 18, 2019

Legislative Program – 51600 | Floor Information – 57400 | Whip Information – 63210 MONDAY, JANUARY 21, 2019 On Monday, no votes are expected in the House. TUESDAY, JANUARY 22, 2019 On Tuesday, the House will meet at 12:00 p.m. for Morning Hour debate and 2 …

House Democrats Continue to Vote to Reopen Government, Introduce Legislation to Raise the Minimum Wage

Message from the MAJORITY LEADER This week, House Democrats voted every day to reopen government and end the Trump shutdown.  Americans across the country are feeling the impact of this shutdown, including 800,000 federal employees who are furloughed or …

Fighting to Eradicate Human Trafficking - Youth Help to Change the Law to Protecting Future Generations.

Youth for Human Rights advocates celebrate after the signing of the Frederick Douglass Trafficking Victims Prevention and Protection Reauthorization Act WASHINGTON, DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA, UNITED STATES, January 17, 2019 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- …

Brigadoon announces speaker line-up for 2019 event in Utah

“Brigadoon's goal is for participants to leave the gathering smarter on issues shaping commerce and culture and more energized from being in the Utah mountains" ALEXANDRIA, VA, USA, January 17, 2019 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Brigadoon …

Wyoming Legislators Want State to De-Risk Investments by Holding Gold and Silver

Wyoming legislators introduce three bills to protect the state's assets with gold and silver CHEYENNE, WY, USA, January 17, 2019 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- A group of Wyoming legislators have introduced three bills this week to de-risk the state’ …

Hoyer Statement on Democrats' Latest Plan to Reopen Government and End the Trump Shutdown

WASHINGTON, DC – House Majority Leader Steny H. Hoyer (MD) released the following statement today announcing House Democrats' latest plan to reopen government and end the Trump shutdown: “The needless continuation of the Trump shutdown is unacceptable …

Hoyer Writes to Treasury Secretary Asking for Delay in Lifting Russia Sanctions

WASHINGTON, DC – House Majority Leader Steny H. Hoyer (D-MD) today sent a letter to Treasury Secretary Steve Mnuchin asking for a delay in the lifting of certain Russia sanctions, now that bipartisan majorities in both the House and Senate have indicated …

Hoyer Floor Remarks on the House Resolution to Prevent the Trump Administration From Lifting Sanctions on Companies ...

I'm offering this resolution today because it is deeply concerning that the Treasury Department would terminate sanctions from companies owned by Oleg Deripaska.  Mr. Deripaska is a Russian oligarch, meaning he's very, very wealthy. 

Hoyer Discusses the Trump Shutdown on Bloomberg TV

WASHINGTON, DC - House Majority Leader Steny H. Hoyer (MD) joined Bloomberg TV this morning to discuss the economic consequences of the Trump shutdown. Below are excerpts from the interview and a link to the video:     “[The economic consequences of the …

Hoyer: Reject This Policy of Shutting Down Government

WASHINGTON, DC - House Majority Leader Steny H. Hoyer (MD) spoke on the Floor in support of a continuing resolution to reopen government through February 28 – the ninth vote in the House to end the Trump shutdown. Below is a link to the video and excerpts …

THE DAILY LEADER: THURSDAY, JANUARY 17, 2019

“One Minutes” (5 per side) H.J.Res 28 – Further Additional Continuing Appropriations Act, 2019 (Rep. Lowey – Appropriations) (Subject to a Rule) The Rule provides for one hour of debate equally divided and controlled by the Chair and Ranking Member of the …

Hoyer Discusses the Trump Shutdown on Fox News' "Special Report with Bret Baier"

WASHINGTON, DC - House Majority Leader Steny H. Hoyer (MD) joined Fox News' "Special Report with Bret Baier" this evening to discuss the Trump shutdown.  Below are excerpts from the interview and a link to the video:   "[Democrats] have …

Hoyer Statement on the Deadly Attack in Syria

WASHINGTON, DC – House Majority Leader Steny H. Hoyer (MD) released the following statement today on the deadly attack in Syria that killed four Americans: “The deadly attack in Syria was a horrific reminder that the battle against ISIS continues.  My …

Hoyer Remarks at Press Event to Introduce the Raise the Wage Act

WASHINGTON, DC - This afternoon, House Majority Leader Steny H. Hoyer (MD) joined Education and Labor Committee Chair Bobby Scott (VA-03) and House and Senate Democrats to introduce the Raise the Wage Act. They were joined by American workers as well as a …

Hoyer Statement on House Republicans' Latest Refusal to End the Trump Shutdown

WASHINGTON, DC – House Majority Leader Steny H. Hoyer (MD) released the following statement today after House Republicans voted against a supplemental disaster relief funding bill, which included a continuing resolution to reopen the government: “Today, …

VIDEO: Hoyer, Hill, Trone Visit Federal Agencies Affected by Trump Shutdown

Georgia Public Policy Foundation Celebrates National School Choice Week Jan. 22

Join experts Ashley Berner, Ben Scafidi in a discussion of education options for Georgia's children ATLANTA , GEORGIA, UNITED STATES, January 15, 2019 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- If no two children in a family have the same personalities and needs …