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It's time to hold the line for investments in biking and walking

I am writing to voice my thanks for the work by the House and Senate to develop transportation revenue proposals that prioritizes funding for biking and walking safety. Biking and walking safety, including Safe Routes to School, projects are popular and vital to helping build healthier and more economically vibrant communities throughout our state. I recognize both the Senate and House proposals made important contributions and forward progress for biking and walking.

I support the foundation established by the House proposal for a walking and biking project list of $100 million, and additive investments of $56 million and $75 million for the Safe Routes to School and Bicycle Pedestrian Grant Programs, respectively.

And while I appreciate this step to invest in safety and community priorities, your work is not over. To get across the finish line, these investments totaling $236 million in additive funding need to remain in the final negotiated package.

Communities across Washington state want these investments. Currently only 1 in 4 Safe Routes projects are getting funded. By holding the line at the House Transportation Committee’s proposal, we can enable more locally driven school safety projects to reach completion.

I am part of the 84 percent of Washington voters who believe that funding for Safe Routes to School projects should be prioritized in the state transportation budget. I contribute to local economies across the state when I ride my bicycle. I urge you to join me in supporting safer streets and a stronger transportation system by holding the line at $236 million in additive transportation investments for biking and walking projects statewide.

Thank you for working to prioritize funding for biking and walking safety so we can build communities that are safe for Washingtonians of every age to get out and get active.

Thank you,

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