(Washington, DC) -- The Transportation Treasury HUD Judiciary D.C. Appropriations bill for fiscal year 2006 was approved by the House by a margin of 392 to 31. Congresswoman Ros-Lehtinen was joined by Representatives Lincoln Diaz-Balart, Mario Diaz-Balart, and Kendrick Meek in a bipartisan manner to obtain funding for key transportation projects for the citizens of South Florida.

The bill funds key priority programs that will greatly benefit the people of South Florida and will improve our transportation and infrastructure system.

Miami Dade County Metrorail Extension - $10,000,000
City of Miami Streetcar - $2,000,000
Miami-Dade bus fleet expansion - $1,922,800
Miami-Dade transit security - $547,917
Miami-Dade Regional Fare system - $384,460
NW 7th Avenue Hub - $805,840
Dadeland South Intermodal Center - $460,000
City of Miami Elderly Assistance Program - $250,000
Miami Dade College - $250,000

Said Ros-Lehtinen, "Working for South Florida to attain this vital funding in the Transportation Bill was truly rewarding. This critical legislation will bring much needed funds to our beautiful South Florida community."

Said Ros-Lehtinen, "I am very satisfied that we were able to fund these critical projects during such a tight budget year such as this one. This clearly shows our commitment to our community's infrastructure. This bill is a direct reflection of how the South Florida delegation was able to come together to provide vital funds to our communities."

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