Factsheets, analysis, and success stories from America Bikes
America Bikes regularly creates resources for advocates to use when working to protect federal funding for biking and walking.
Resources on Biking and Walking
- Biking & Walking in MAP-21
Resources on biking & walking in MAP-21, the new federal transportation law. View America Bikes' analysis, factsheet, official statement, guides to getting involved in your community, & more.
- Employment Impacts of Bicycle and Pedestrian Infrastructure
Investing in biking and walking creates more American jobs. A study from the University of Massachusetts shows that bicycle and pedestrian infrastructure projects create more jobs per federal dollar than road-only construction projects.
- The Cardin-Cochran Agreement
The Cardin-Cochran agreement was a bipartisan compromise advanced in the Senate during transportation negotiations. The agreement proposed to give local governments access to a small amount of federal funds for small-scale, local transportation projects.
- 83% of Americans Support Federal Funding for Biking & Walking
A Princeton survey reveals that 83% of Americans favor maintained or increased federal funding for sidewalks, bike lanes, and bike paths.
- Investment Works
When Congress invests in bicycling, more people ride bikes, streets become less congested, and public health is improved. Everyone—regardless of whether they ride a bike—benefits from the investment.
- Federal Investments in Biking and Walking
A factsheet summarizing the national impact of biking and walking funding. Biking and walking projects help 16,000 bicycle retail stores create 70,500 jobs and bring in $6.5 million in revenue.
- How to Plan "Show Congress" Events
10 quick tips and a comprehensive toolkit to help advocates plan "Show Congress" events with Senators or Representatives.
