AmericanHort joined more than 40 leading agricultural and rural trade associations in signing a letter to Congress urging strong support for the reauthorization of federal surface transportation programs. The letter highlights the critical role of a modern, well-funded transportation system in supporting growers, ranchers, agribusinesses, and rural communities. Key priorities include passing the bill before the current law expires in 2026, increasing investment in first- and last-mile rural roads and bridges, modernizing truck weight limits, and addressing regulatory burdens that reduce trucking efficiency. The coalition also calls for common sense permitting reforms and maintaining access to essential vehicles and insurance protections to keep agricultural goods moving safely and affordably.