Transportation must be safe, reliable, affordable, and convenient for everyone, and mobility is central to Greater Washington’s economic strength and competitiveness.
American Legion Bridge Reconstruction
Major infrastructure projects are essential to keeping Greater Washington competitive. The American Legion Bridge reconstruction is a vital project that the Board of Trade is following, and we are actively engaged with regional government officials through advocacy efforts that have taken us from Annapolis to Richmond.
Expediting Delivery of the American Legion Memorial Bridge & I-270 Managed Lane Project
The Board of Trade’s FHWA submission calls for accelerating the American Legion Memorial Bridge project to improve regional mobility and competitiveness.
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Gov. Moore and Secretary Duffy Address Two Vital Bridge Projects in Maryland
Maryland Govenor Wes Moore and U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy announced via a joint statement plans to accelerate reconstruction of both the Francis Scott Key Bridge and the American Legion Memorial Bridge
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Support for Proposed I-495 Southside Express Lanes Project
The Board of Trade expresses strong support for the proposed I-495 Southside Express Lanes project, citing its potential to ease congestion, support transit, and strengthen our region.
Learn MoreLong-Term Metro Transit Funding
The Board of Trade has long supported a coordinated regional approach to funding the Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority. Greater Washington depends on a strong Metro system, which makes sustainable transit funding a core economic and quality-of-life priority that helps the region move more efficiently.
DMVMoves: Moving Our Region Forward, Together.
DMVMoves is a joint initiative by the MWCOG and WMATA to develop a unified vision and sustainable funding model for public transit in our region.
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Testimony: Support for Maryland’s Metro Funding Modification Act of 2026
This written testimony was submitted by Greater Washington Board of Trade President & CEO Jack McDougle in support of Maryland's Metro Funding Modification Act of 2026.
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Board of Trade Supports DMVMoves Task Force Recommendations
New capital funding would generate $460 million annually in dedicated, bondable capital for Metro beginning FY2028, addressing long-standing funding gaps to keep the system safe and modern.
Read MoreAdditional Regional Updates
Below is a snapshot of additional regional transportation and mobility issues the Board of Trade is tracking.
D.C.’s Autonomous Vehicle Legislation
Right now, D.C.’s autonomous vehicle legislation is effectively stalled, leaving companies able to test with a human driver but unable to operate fully driverless while the Council weighs safety requirements and an overdue safety framework.
Purple Line Construction Project
The Purple Line project in Maryland is nearing completion, with the Maryland Transit Administration reporting that the line is now 87% complete.
Long Bridge project breaks ground, promising smoother rail commutes over Potomac
The new bridge, which will be built alongside the current Long Bridge, is designed to boost passenger rail service across the Potomac and improve train reliability.
