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06/26/2008
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Responding to record-high gas prices and the rising use of public transportation, the House of Representatives today passed HR 6052, the Saving Energy through Public Transportation Act, by a vote of 322 to 98 which authorizes 1.7 billion dollars to transit agencies across America to expand services and reduce fares. It is projected that over $80 million would be directed towards projects in Florida. This investment is part of a long-term solution that gives Americans affordable and convenient alternatives to driving and allows transit agencies to keep up with drastic increases in ridership brought on by high gas prices.
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06/25/2008
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Without sufficient alternatives to driving, American families spent their entire economic stimulus check on high-priced gas. The average price of gasoline in Florida has surpassed $4 a gallon. In response, transit ridership has surged, but government still does little to help Floridians drive less.
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