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Red states could benefit as Trump's transportation secretary prioritizes funds based on birth and marriage rates


Published on 2025-04-10 15:21:29 - CNN
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    • Now, in his new position in President Donald Trump's cabinet, Duffy is writing that philosophy into an unlikely area of federal policy: transportation funding. The day after he was sworn in as ...

The article from CNN, published on March 30, 2025, discusses a proposed bill in Congress that aims to allocate transportation funds to support initiatives that could boost birth and marriage rates in the United States. The bill, introduced by a bipartisan group of lawmakers, suggests using federal transportation money to fund programs such as family-friendly public transit options, subsidies for family vehicles, and infrastructure projects that facilitate family-oriented community development. Proponents argue that improving transportation access can alleviate some of the economic pressures on families, potentially encouraging higher birth and marriage rates. Critics, however, question the effectiveness of such measures and express concerns about diverting transportation funds from their intended purposes. The debate reflects broader discussions on how to address declining birth and marriage rates through public policy.

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