Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg recently joined Black mayors from various cities to discuss the initiatives being undertaken by the Department of Transportation to rectify historical injustices through transportation projects. These projects, funded by the Biden administration's $3.3 billion 'Reconnecting Communities and Neighborhoods' program, were highlighted at the African American Mayors Association Conference in Atlanta.
Over 130 grants have been distributed across 41 states to enhance the lives of residents affected by outdated transportation infrastructures. This includes addressing the negative impacts of highways constructed decades ago, which have hindered access to essential services such as schools, job opportunities, and healthcare facilities.
