Coalitions

Transportation Construction Coalition (TCC)
The Transportation Construction Coalition (TCC) is a group of 27 national associations and labor unions with a direct market interest in the federal transportation programs. The TCC was initiated in July 1996 to focus on the federal budget and surface transportation program reauthorization debates. ARTBA and the Associated General Contractors of America co-chair the group. TCC members can be found in virtually every congressional district and provide a vital service to their communities by helping to improve the efficiency and safety of our nation's highway infrastructure.

Americans for Transportation Mobility (ATM)
This U.S. Chamber of Commerce-led national coalition is working to ensure our nation's transportation infrastructure is improved to handle current and future demands. It represents transportation users and providers who are working together for a safer and more efficient transportation infrastructure system. ARTBA serves as ATM vice chair. The coalition is working to promote investment in infrastructure and fighting to streamline the burdensome approval process that significantly delays and even prevents critical transportation safety improvements.

Other Resources

ARTBA utilizes state of the art grassroots technology and works closely with coalitions to advance member industry goals in transportation investment and policy issues. Here are valuable resources to help you learn more about the 2009 highway and transit investment bill.

• ARTBA's Grassroots Action Center

Mobilize
Did you know that roughly half of all transportation infrastructure funding comes from the federal government? The Executive Branch and Congress make decisions that shape the transportation design and construction market in a big way. That's why they need to hear from you.

Grassroots political involvement is critical to building political support for significant increases in surface transportation investment. Newly updated as part of the TMAW campaign, ARTBA's award-winning Mobilize Legislative Action Program includes a short DVD with strategies for industry firms and their employees to get involved in the political process and become more effective transportation investment advocates. Order your free copy of Mobilize at www.artbastore.com.

Get involved and help shape your firm's future! Remember, you vote, so the White House and Congress will listen!