LaHood: DOT, EPA, Auto Industry Partner To Reduce Oil Dependence

In a conference call with reporters Tuesday, Department of Transportation Secretary Ray LaHood discusses the partnerships between the DOT, the automobile industry, and the EPA that have facilitated progress in terms of reducing America’s dependence on oil. (0:42)

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Alternative Transportation The Answer In Tough Times, Says LaHood

Transportation Secretary Ray LaHood discusses the importance of alternative transportation in light of the current economic situation in a conference call with reporters Tuesday. (0:31)

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DOT: Federal Gov And States Working Together To Expand High-Speed Rail System

Transportation Secretary Ray LaHood said Thursday that the federal government will work with state governments to expand high-speed rail projects across the U.S. (0:24)

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High-Speed Rail Will Spur Economic Development, Says DOT Secretary

U.S. Transportation Secretary Ray LaHood said Thursday that high-speed rail projects will have a significant impact on the nation’s economy.  (0:18)

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DOT: Creating Rail System Is One Way To Solve Economic Challenges

U.S. Transportation Secretary Ray LaHood said Thursday that high-speed rail projects can play a role in solving key economic problems, such as the jobs crisis. (0:15)

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DOT Announcing $2.4 Billion Grants For 54 Rail Projects

U.S. Transportation Secretary Ray LaHood announced $2.4 billion in grants Thursday for 54 high speed rail projects in 23 states.  (0:11)

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New Program Fulfilling Cities' Dreams, Says DOT Secretary

Ray LaHood, Secretary of U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT), says the Obama administration’s Partnership for Sustainable Communities’ most “significant” contribution has been to fulfill dreams and plans of many cities across the nation. (0:19)

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Partnership "Revitalizing America", Says DOT Secretary

Ray LaHood, Secretary of U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) told reporters Thursday morning that the Obama Adminstration’s Partnership for Sustainable Communities is “revitalizing America”. (0:14)

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Transportation Secretary: Toyota's Business Model Is Broken

“Toyota’s business model is broken," Transportation Secretary Ray LaHood said during an appearance before the Senate Commerce, Science and Transportation Committee Tuesday. (0:25)

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Transportation Secretary Says Cash For Clunkers Is Good News For Environment, Consumers

Secretary of Transportation Ray LaHood says that Car Allowance Rebate System (CARS) will help consumers buy and maintain vehicles, help dealerships sell cars during the economic downturn and improve the environment since consumers will ultimately be encouraged to buy more fuel efficient cars. (0:35)
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