WASHINGTON, D.C. – Neil Bradley, Executive Vice President and Chief Policy Officer, U.S. Chamber of Commerce today issued the following statement after both the House and Senate prevented a $7.6 billion reduction in federal highway funding.
“We applaud the House and Senate for preventing a $7.6 billion reduction in federal highway funding, ensuring states won’t encounter disruptions to their important infrastructure projects, road improvements, and maintenance. The Chamber and our coalition members have advocated for and encouraged Congress to address this issue, and we believe this is step in the right direction. We urge Congress to continue their efforts to further address the modernization of America’s infrastructure.”