Joung Lee

Joung Lee

Deputy Director-Chief Policy Officer

American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials

Joung Lee leads AASHTO’s transportation policy, strategic initiatives, and external affairs with Congress, federal agencies, and partner organizations under the direction of the Association’s Strategic Plan and AASHTO President’s Emphasis Areas. Joung began his career with the Federal Highway Administration in 2000 before joining AASHTO in 2007. He founded Young Professionals in Transportation in 2008, and serves on the advisory boards of the Cornell Program in Infrastructure Policy and The Road Gang in DC. He is a graduate of the University of Virginia and the University of Pennsylvania.

Featured Sessions

Tuesday, May 19, 2026
11:15 am

How are Southeast states expanding their transit and road infrastructure and addressing increased demand on services as people and businesses move in? How do cities and regions move people more efficiently and cost effectively?