This Earth Day, Much to Celebrate and Much to Do on Transportation Policy

Earth Day is often a time to reflect on how awe-inspiring the planet is and bask in all that nature offers. It also reminds us of the imperative to protect and improve our planet in ways consistent with human flourishing. One area to improve human well-being and address environmental challenges is transportation.  

Affordable, reliable transportation is essential for everyday life, and sound transportation policy can have profound positive effects on the economy, the environment, and the lives of all Americans. The transportation sector affects personal comfort, the cost of goods and services for families, and the communities where people choose to reside. Cars and trucks provide the means to get to work, take kids to soccer practice, and go on road trips with friends. Freight rail and long-haul trucks connect farmers in the Midwest with grocers in the Southeast. Ships and planes connect American companies with global customers and empower travelers to see parts of the world easily and comfortably that our ancestors could not even dream of. 

Public policy that removes barriers to investment and innovation will benefit American families and businesses through more choices, competitive prices, and a safer and cleaner transportation ecosystem.