But political leaders in the Northeast are clearly worried, especially because the old formula allowed them to switch money to critical areas like bridge repair.

Of that, $200 million would be earmarked for local bridge repairs.

If the program is approved, it would double the resources the city commits for bridge repair and maintenance.

Local authorities had to assume responsibility for bridge repairs, and there were ongoing problems with flooding.

Money for long-term bridge repair will be reduced by 3 percent over the next four years.

As a result, she said, many projects had been postponed, including bridge repairs.

The project will be the largest bridge repair, in size, that Long Island has ever seen.

Three Royal grants of tolls for bridge repair were granted between 1324 and 1347.

The states have argued over fishing rights, taxes, law enforcement and bridge repair.

According to local sources, the bridge repair was completed as of October 21, 2010.