Current Secretary of Transportation, Ray LaHood, has long been a strong proponent for the creation of livable and sustainable communities.

Following an exciting appearance at the National Bike Summit’s Congressional Reception on March 15th, LaHood unveiled some new policy guidelines that will, in his words, “[integrate] the needs of bicyclists in federally-funded road projects.”  Such policy changes will include raising the bar on design standards, additional data collection about current walking and biking trips, the protection of sidewalks and shared-use paths, and efforts to encourage respect for nonmotorized transportation modes. In a recent interview with Green Inc., posted in the New York Times, LaHood explains his new ideas, their impact, and defends his position against the harsh words of critics.  

To read the full interview click here.