Valley Transportation
Since my arrival in Congress, I have helped lead the effort to reduce congestion on our local roads and highways and improve transit service throughout the San Fernando Valley.
I secured federal funds to initiate several improvements at the 101/405 interchange – one of the busiest bottlenecks in the nation.
Improvements include the extension of the northbound 405 carpool lane between Burbank Boulevard and Ventura Boulevard, a new lane on the northbound 405 freeway, widening the Van Nuys Boulevard off ramps and developing plans to improve the southbound 405 connector to the 101 Freeway.
Below are some of the recent issues I am working on in Congress to continue improving our community's transportation issues
The need for long-term investment in our infrastructure is clear. I was proud to help pass President Joe Biden's historic Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act that will make life better for millions of Californians, create a generation of good-paying union jobs and economic growth, and position the United States to win the 21st century.
Specifically, the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act will help our community by:
-Repairing and rebuilding our roads and bridges with a focus on climate change mitigation, resilience, equity, and safety for all users, including cyclists and pedestrians.
-Improving healthy, sustainable transportation options
-Building a network of electric vehicle chargers to facilitate long-distance travel and provide convenient charging options.
-Preparing more of our infrastructure for the impacts of climate change, cyber-attacks, and extreme weather events.
As our nation emerges from the pandemic, now is the time to think boldly – and this transformative legislation represents an important step toward building a stronger, cleaner, fairer future for the San Fernando Valley and the United States.
Reducing congestion and improving transit service in the San Fernando Valley is critical to the competitiveness of our regional economy as well as our quality of life.
Recently, I testified before the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee to increase federal funding for the Sepulveda Pass Corridor Project. Linking the Valley to the Purple Line in West Los Angeles, with a future connection to LAX, provides the best opportunity to draw large numbers of commuters out of their cars and lessen traffic on the 405 freeway.
Metro is currently conducting an environmental review of both monorail and heavy rail alternatives.
I am pleased to have secured federal funds for Metro’s G Line (Orange Line), which now carries a daily average of 30,000 riders along a dedicated bus way from Woodland Hills to North Hollywood.
Throughout my time in Congress, I have fought and secured millions in federal funds for road improvement and mass-transit projects for the Valley.
Most recently, I secured through a select committee the advancement of over $21 million in federal funds for major transportation improvement projects throughout our community, including funding for numerous projects to improve local road safety throughout our community
I am fighting to secure funding for the Sepulveda Transit Corridor, funds for pedestrian safety and the infrastructure needed for electric vehicles.
More on Valley Transportation
Sherman Oaks, California -- Congressman Brad Sherman (D-Sherman Oaks) joined the Biden Administration to commemorate the 1-year anniversary of the historic Bipartisan Infrastructure Law that is quickly transforming communities across the nation.
Los Angeles, CA – Today Congressman Brad Sherman (D-Sherman Oaks) joined President Joe Biden in Los Angeles at the Purple (D Line) Extension Transit Construction Event to highlight the value the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law is providing for our city and community.
Washington, D.C. -- Congressman Brad Sherman (D-Sherman Oaks) announced today his requests of nearly $20 million in federal funds for projects that will address crucial needs across the San Fernando Valley and Los Angeles have been advanced by a key Congressional panel. Last year, Congressman Sherman secured nearly $9 million in federal funding for numerous valley projects and priorities.
Washington, D.C. -- Congressman Brad Sherman (D-Sherman Oaks) announced today that nearly $9 million in federal funds for projects in the San Fernando Valley have been passed by the House of Representatives.
Washington, D.C. – Tonight Congressman Brad Sherman (D-CA) voted to pass President Joe Biden’s transformative Bipartisan Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act – a once in a generation investment in American infrastructure.
Congressman Brad Sherman announced that nearly $9 million in federal funds for projects in the San Fernando Valley have been included in legislation passed by the House of Representatives.
This week the House passed a package of funding bills, which included a dozen community projects requested by Congressman Sherman.
Washington, D.C. - Congressman Brad Sherman announced today that the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure approved more than $21 million for San Fernando Valley road improvements and mass-transit projects requested by Congressman Sherman. The bill now heads to the House floor where passage is expected, and then to the Senate.
Washington, D.C. – Congressman Brad Sherman (D-Sherman Oaks) testified today before the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee, urging them to include additional federal funding in the upcoming Infrastructure bill for a subway through and improvements to the Sepulveda Pass.
Washington, D.C. – Today, October 29, marks the 15th anniversary of the Metro’s Orange Line. The Orange Line is an 18-mile bus rapid transit system that runs through the San Fernando Valley from Chatsworth to North Hollywood with a planned eventual conversion to light rail within Metro’s masterplan. It has helped residents of the Valley connect to other essential public transportation systems and has helped reduce traffic on the 101 Freeway.
Washington, D.C. – Congressman Brad Sherman (D-Sherman Oaks) and Senator Dianne Feinstein, along with Senator Kamala Harris, introduced today the Helicopter Safety Act of 2020, which will require the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) to strengthen federal safety standards for equipping helicopters. Congressman Sherman moved to introduce this legislation in the wake of the tragic helicopter crash that claimed the life of Kobe Bryant, his daughter Gianna Bryant and seven others on January 26, 2020 in Calabasas, California.