Mineta to Ring Nasdaq Opening Bell Tuesday

May 22, 2006 10:30 AM, EDT

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ransportation Secretary Norman Mineta will ring the opening bell at the Nasdaq Stock Market on Tuesday.

Following the event, Mineta will discuss the need for more private investment in the nation’s transportation network, Nasdaq said.

CNBC reported it will interview Mineta on public-private road partnerships at about 10:20 a.m. Eastern time Tuesday.

DOT last week announced a new national initiative to alleviate highway and freight congestion that includes a greater role for privately funded roads. (Click here for previous coverage.)