$350 M for wildlife crossings

What is happening? In early 2023, The Federal Highway Administration, is starting a pilot project for wildlife crossings to protect drivers and animals. Projects that get funding will  “most effectively reduce motorist-wildlife collisions and that provide better “habitat connectivity,” 

Why is this important? “The Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act includes $350 million to help improve options for animals to traverse busy roads. The money will be distributed over five years.”

Route Fifty | What to Know About the $350M in New Funding for Wildlife Crossings