U.S. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg visited the aging I-5 bridge connecting Portland and Vancouver to discuss its replacement, part of a $600 million investment from the Biden infrastructure package. Local leaders and union members emphasized the importance of the bridge replacement and the impact on the region's economy. The Bipartisan Infrastructure Law is facilitating projects like the I-5 Bridge replacement, creating jobs and strengthening supply chains. The law is also supporting initiatives such as the production of electric buses and the transformation of transportation systems to be safer and greener.
Today's @TransportDems hearing provided a great opp. to discuss the importance of Buy America standards as we electrify public transit fleets. Our work supports agencies like @NJTRANSIT and electric alternatives, while also investing in American manufacturing. Watch below👇 https://t.co/zrsBJkAzgE
The Bipartisan Infrastructure Law’s Buy America requirements are fueling the nation’s economic boom. At today’s hearing, @TransportDems will discuss creating jobs and strengthening the U.S. industrial base. https://t.co/mlUNuC1HnE
The Bipartisan Infrastructure Law is already investing in #WA03 – whether it's bridges, trails, ports, or more. This week, @SecretaryPete and I met with the talented students and union members who will be working on local infrastructure projects of today and tomorrow! https://t.co/bDL4BqsIGD
Thanks to the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, we’re finally replacing the I-5 Bridge. This is a big deal. ✅ Creates 43,000+ jobs ✅ Invests $3.3B in our economy ✅ Strengthens WA supply chains https://t.co/0n1pAI4NjM
Safer, greener, and more reliable transit systems benefit our economy AND our environment. I got to hear from @KCCleanCities on how they’re leveraging recent federal legislation to transform the KC region into a national transportation hub. https://t.co/8DDWAg2n4Y
U.S. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg toured the century-old I-5 bridge that connects Portland with southwest Washington state, a vital but earthquake-vulnerable structure set to be replaced as part of a multibillion-dollar project. https://t.co/9xhIyVTRwT
USDOT’s robust support for the interstate bridge replacement between Vancouver and Portland is big progress for Washington, Oregon and the whole West Coast. I want to thank the Biden Administration for recognizing how important this project is. (1/2) https://t.co/dkhmcKUAru
U.S. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg on toured the century-old I-5 bridge that connects Oregon with Washington. https://t.co/C9FbAK2XA1
Union jobs in the trades aren't only a path to the middle class, but they're essential to keeping our communities running. @SecretaryPete and I met with local union members to discuss progress on the I-5 Bridge replacement, apprenticeship pathways, & expanding childcare options. https://t.co/qVgzP9EpHX
Thanks to the #BipartisanInfrastructureLaw, @ThomasBuiltBus of High Point, is ramping up production of electric buses for school districts across the country. It was great to tour the facility, meet with workers, & witness the impact of the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law. https://t.co/f4m1TwtiyJ
I'm thrilled @SecretaryPete was able to get out to Vancouver to see the aging I-5 bridge firsthand. Replacing this bridge is such a big priority for SW WA and all of the PNW—let’s deliver more federal dollars and finish the job, Mr. Secretary! https://t.co/tFtBWfZOmM
It's past time to replace the I-5 bridge. This week, I visited Portland and Vancouver to meet with leaders, residents, and workers who will soon benefit from this $600 million investment from the Biden infrastructure package. https://t.co/WJVKbiNNfW