Former Congressman and expert on transportation policy joins CTE Board of Directors

Atlanta, GA - November 2013 - The Center for Transportation and the Environment  (CTE) is pleased to announce the Honorable James L. Oberstar as its Board of Directors'  newest member.  Congressman Oberstar spent 36 years in Congress representing the  Eighth District of Minnesota.

In the 36 years he served in the House, Congressman Oberstar became the body's leading expert on transportation policy.  He was a champion of safety in all modes of  travel, and a fierce advocate for federal investment in our national transportation  infrastructure. Congressman Oberstar served on the House Committee on  Transportation and Infrastructure during his entire tenure in Congress, serving as the  Committee Chairman from 2007-2011. With an unrivaled in-depth understanding of transportation, Congressman Oberstar played a key role in every major piece of  transportation legislation that became law over the last thirty years.

In addition, Congressman Oberstar served as the House Democratic At-Large Whip, as  well as a member of the Executive Committee of the Democratic Study Group and  International Relations Committee.

"For more than two decades CTE has been a leader in improving the efficiency and  sustainability of the United States' transportation systems. To be a part of the  impressive, wholesome work CTE is accomplishing for the greater good of humanity and  our beleaguered planet is a privilege and I look forward to serving as a member of its Board of Directors," Congressman Oberstar said about his appointment.

Congressman Oberstar continues to be active in transportation, as a speaker, lecturer  and consultant. He currently serves as Senior Advisor to consulting firm NSI, of  Washington D.C., which assists companies with state and local government  procurement and policy issues.

Congressman Oberstar's extensive experience in transportation issues and policy will  enrich CTE's board and strengthen the board's ability to continue guiding the  organization to success.

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