Transit Money to PA

from the inbox:

U.S. Transportation Secretary Ray LaHood today announced nearly $1.6 billion to states and territories across the nation to help cover the costs of repairing roads and bridges damaged by a variety of natural disasters.

“Communities from coast to coast are still recovering from disasters that have affected the roads they use, their homes and businesses,” said Secretary LaHood. “The Obama Administration stands ready to provide emergency relief and reimburse these communities for the work that has been done to restore their critical transportation needs.”

Funding for Pennsylvania:

Damage caused by Hurricane Irene (Aug 26, 2011): $704,261
Damage caused by Tropical Storm Lee (Sept. 7, 2011): $39,903,558