WASHINGTON, D.C. - Democratic Whip Katherine Clark (MA-5) along with Senator Edward J. Markey (D-Mass.), Senator Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.) and Representatives Lori Trahan (MA-3), Seth Moulton (MA-6), and Ayanna Pressley (MA-7) today announced more than $25 million in funding secured for Massachusetts through the Department of Transportation's (DOT) Safe Streets and Roads for All grant program (SS4A) to enhance roadway safety for drivers, cyclists, and pedestrians. The federal funding, provided through the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law,will enable cities and towns to plan and implement traffic safety policies and guidance, such as extending crosswalk times, improve traffic signals, and build bicycle lanes and temporary roundabouts, which will reduce the risk of motorized vehicle accidents and traffic-related injuries and fatalities.

"We all deserve to be safe while traveling in our communities," said Democratic Whip Clark. "Since day one, the Biden-Harris Administration has worked to make that a reality for Americans in every zip code. I'm grateful for their steadfast leadership and proud to partner with them in delivering this win for pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers across the Commonwealth."

"The more than $25 million provided through the Safe Streets and Roads for All program will be critical for ensuring that roadway safety is prioritized for pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers across the Commonwealth," said Senator Markey. "All the signs are pointing toward roadway safety, and we cannot cycle past this opportunity to invest in the safety of our communities."

"Thanks to the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, we're bringing home millions in federal funding to add bike lanes, fix intersections, improve walkability, and more. I'll keep fighting hard for more investments to strengthen our transportation infrastructure and build safer, more sustainable communities across Massachusetts," said Senator Warren.

"Every resident of Massachusetts and the Third Congressional District deserves to know that the sidewalks and roads they rely on daily are as safe as possible. That's why I'm thrilled that funding from the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law is delivering peace of mind for communities in Clinton, Fitchburg and Haverhill," said Congresswoman Trahan. "Thanks to strong partnership with local and state leadership, this landmark legislation will save countless lives by preventing roadway injuries and deaths."

"Transit justice is at the intersection of our work on climate justice, economic justice, and public safety, which is why I've consistently advocated for robust investments that make our surface transportation infrastructure safer for all people," said Congresswoman Pressley. "I'm pleased to see these federal funds come back to Boston, which will make our streets safer for commuters in Eastie while also reducing greenhouse gas emissions, promoting alternative modes of transportation such as cycling, and making our neighborhoods more connected."

"The City of Lynn in my district sits only ten miles from Boston, yet it has historically missed out on the same investments in high-quality transportation and infrastructure afforded to its regional neighbors," said Congressman Moulton. "I'm thrilled that Lynn, Peabody, and so many other deserving communities across Massachusetts will receive this federal funding -- made possible by the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law- to enhance road safety. I'm grateful for the continued partnership of Senators Markey and Warren, leaders in Lynn and Peabody, the state delegation, and USDOT."

The nearly $25 million in federal funding will support 12 grants across Massachusetts, including:

• $9.5 million for Lynn

• $7.5 million for the Boston Region Metropolitan Planning Organization (with a grant application submitted in partnership with the Metropolitan Area Planning Council as a fiduciary agent of staff to the Boston Region MPO)

• $2.8 million for Boston

• $2.15 million for the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA)

• $806,192 for Watertown

• $595,000 for Haverhill

• $356,204 for Clinton

• $339,000 for Fitchburg

• $302,000 for Abington

• $223,000 for Peabody

• $189,000 for New Bedford

• $126,400 for Quincy

This latest round of awards adds to the more than $50 million Massachusetts has already received through the Safe Streets and Roads for All program, as part of the more than $12 billion Massachusetts has received through the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law.

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