Inclusion, exclusion, and discrimination, the law of infrastructure: a historical perspective and a path forward

I briefly describe selected law and policy on infrastructure with a special focus on equity, inclusion, and discrimination. I begin with a short historical overview, from early periods of clear discrimination to reforms in the last decades. We will then discuss ways engineers, planners, transportation specialists, and lawyers can hold themselves accountable to society, and discuss solutions to increasing equity and promoting social justice. Cases include urban freeways, waste facilities, open spaces and parks, rail systems, and others.