Susan Coppa handles the ISTEA issue for AAM.  We have lots of examples of
a variety of uses to which museums have put ISTEA funds.  I've asked her
to answer these questions and we'll post a reply to the list.  For what
it's worth, I'll just observe that the term "pork" is used very loosely.

Andy Finch
AAM Government Affairs
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> 1. Do any of you have first hand knowledge of museums,
> cultural organizations, heritage organizations, or
> preservation organizations that have received ISTEA funds
> for projects?

> 2.  What are the ramifications of NEXTEA for museums, etc.?
> I have heard that some legislators refer to ISTEA projects
> as "pork" that they want to trim from the federal budget.
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