Washington, DC - On the eve of National Ride Your Bike to Work Day, Congressman Earl Blumenauer (D-Ore), Chair of the Congressional Bike Caucus, and 22 bipartisan members of Congress sent a letter to Department of Transportation Secretary Ray LaHood commending him for recognizing biking and walking as important components of our transportation system that deserve dedicated funding.

Here is a link to the full letter

"You know things are different when Pennsylvania Avenue, the most famous street in America, gets its own bike lanes," said Congressman Blumenauer. "Secretary LaHood's commitment to including biking and walking in transportation planning marks a positive change that will make communities from Oregon to Virginia healthier, friendlier, and more livable"

"People are enthusiastic about a return to a healthier, greener way to get where they need to go," Secretary Ray LaHood said. "Bicycles help reduce congestion, improve our environment and are a smart investment for our country's transportation system. I look forward to working with Congress to provide people with more opportunities to get on a bike when they need to travel."

Read more on Rep. Blumenauer's Plans for Ride Your Bike to Work Day on his blog.