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ARA Sent a Letter Regarding Final Senate-House Conference of Surface Transportation Reauthorization Bill

May 31 2012

ARA sent a letter to Chairman Boxer of Senate Committee on Environment & Public Works and Chairman Mica of House Committee on Transportation. ARA highlighted essential priorities included in the multi-year surface transportation reauthorization bill that impact the agriculture industry and rural communities.

Priorities highlighted:

  • Transportation of Agricultural Commodities and Farm Supplies
  • Hazardous Materials Transportation
  • Electronic On-Board Recorders
  • RAMP Act
  • Surface Transportation Board reform
  • Improved Daytime and Nighttime Visibility of Agricultural Equipment
  • Pension Funding Stabilization

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