Transportation

As a Southern California native, I understand the multifaceted challenges facing our region when it comes to smart transportation policy. I have consistently worked to bring federal dollars back to the 38th Congressional district and the Los Angeles County area to repair aging bridges, roads, and railways. The 38th Congressional district is uniquely positioned as part of a major transportation corridor thanks to the passage of goods from the Ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach.

Sánchez delivers $4 million to Foothill Transit

February 14, 2023

Press Release

WHITTIER, CA – On Tuesday, Congresswoman Linda T. Sánchez (D-CA) delivered a check in the amount of $4,000,000 to Foothill Transit, funding she secured as part of the Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2023.

Issues:Energy and EnvironmentTransportation

Sánchez calls for funding for West Santa Ana Branch Transit Corridor

November 7, 2022

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WASHINGTON – Today, Congresswoman Linda T. Sánchez (D-CA) sent a letter to Department of Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg, calling on the Department to recommend funding for the Los Angeles Metro's West Santa Ana Branch (WSAB) Transit Corridor Project.

Issues:TransportationWorking Families

Sánchez applauds tentative agreement to protect rail workers and our economy

September 15, 2022

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WASHINGTON – Congresswoman Linda T. Sánchez (D-CA), co-chair of the Congressional Labor Caucus, today released the following statement after President Biden and Secretary of Labor Marty Walsh announced a tentative agreement between railroad unions and major rail companies:

Issues:Labor and TradeTransportation

Sánchez: “We are on the cusp of delivering a long-overdue, transformational investment for the communities we represent”

January 27, 2022

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WASHINGTON – On Thursday, Congresswoman Linda T. Sánchez (D-CA) provided public comment at the Los Angeles Metro Board Meeting in support of the West Santa Ana Branch (WSAB) project.

Issues:Transportation

Sánchez votes for Bi-partisan Infrastructure Bill

November 6, 2021

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On Friday night, Congresswoman Linda T. Sánchez (CA-38) voted to pass the bipartisan Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act, which will revitalize our nation’s infrastructure, grow our economy, create millions of good paying jobs, and help build a clean and sustainable future. Also on Friday night, Congresswoman Sánchez voted to begin consideration of the Build Back Better Act, setting the larger spending package up for a vote in the coming weeks.

Issues:Energy and EnvironmentTransportation

Sánchez secures funding for 7 additional community projects

July 29, 2021

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Today, the House of Representatives passed the Seven-Bill Minibus Fiscal Year 2022 funding bill, and Congresswoman Linda T. Sánchez announced that she secured funding for seven additional community projects in the spending package.

Issues:Energy and EnvironmentSmall BusinessTax PolicyTransportationWorking Families

Sánchez designates $480,000 for Los Nietos Sunshine Shuttle Electric Bus Replacement

June 15, 2021

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Congresswoman Linda T. Sánchez (D-CA) designated $480,000 for the Los Nietos Sunshine Shuttle Electric Bus Service Replacement project in the INVEST in America Act, a $547 billion measure reported out by the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee that will cover funding for highways, transit, and rail across the country. Sunshine Shuttle is a 3-route community shuttle system and connects regional and municipal transit services including LA Metro, Montebello Transit, and Norwalk Transit. The funding for this project was requested directly by Sánchez for a project vital to her constituents.

Issues:Energy and EnvironmentTransportation

Sánchez designates $18 million for Del Amo Boulevard Bridge Replacement and Enhancements

June 10, 2021

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“I am proud to designate funding for a project that is critical to alleviating traffic and increasing driver and pedestrian safety in our neighborhood,” said Congresswoman Linda T. Sánchez. “Currently, the four-lane roadways approaching from each end of the Del Amo Bridge are forced to merge into two lanes. This creates a traffic choke point and puts drivers, bikers, pedestrians, and other commuters using the bridge in danger. I look forward to seeing this funding put to use and will work to ensure the impact construction has on our local residents and Coyote Creek is minimized.”

Issues:Energy and EnvironmentTransportation

Congresswoman Sánchez Votes for the American Rescue Plan

March 10, 2021

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Rep. Linda T. Sánchez (CA-38) announced today she was proud to vote for the American Rescue Plan, which will provide direct financial support to families, help return children safely to the classroom, get vaccines into our communities, and help the American people get back to work. This legislation now heads to the President’s desk for his signature.

Issues:Education and Student LoansHealth CareLabor and TradeSmall BusinessTax PolicyTransportationWorking Families