This month we summarize the 1997 transportation bill debate. Because there are a number of proposals, the Senate and the House will probably end up in a Conference Committee working out the differences.
Recent history says no, with three to eight months delay in past debates.
The fund exists through federal gas tax and transportation user fees. Because each year the federal budget caps how much can be spent from this fund. As much as 20 percent has been kept to make the deficit appear smaller. Donor vs. Donee states. Getting a fair share of collected taxes and fees is a part of the central debate.