During a series of workshops, roundtables, and presentations, participants will hear the latest and speak their minds on a spectrum of key issues such as:

• Reauthorization of the Federal Highway and Transit Programs: The current highway and transit programs have been extended until the end of the year, and funds have been provided to prevent a Highway Trust Fund meltdown. Now the real work is underway in Congress to develop a multiyear authorization bill.
• Climate Change and Energy Legislation: What are the prospects for a carbon tax to reduce greenhouse-gas emissions and to help reduce dependence on foreign oil? Will such a tax shut down any prospects for new transportation revenue?
• Performance Management: What measures are federal agencies and congressional staff considering and what role will states play?
• Smart Transportation: Fourteen states are engaging in a new technical service initiative to examine ways in which "livability" can be built into programs and projects.
• Intercity Passenger Rail: The federal government recently awarded $8 billion in economic recovery grants for high-speed and intercity passenger rail. What are the next steps in putting projects on the ground and building public confidence?

Registration information is available along with a copy of the draft agenda at tinyurl.com/AASHTO-SM10.