ASCE STATEMENT ON SENATE PASSAGE OF INFRASTRUCTURE INVESTMENT AND JOBS ACT

Aug. 10, 2021
The following is a statement by Jean-Louis Briaud, President, American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE):
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WASHINGTON, DC. – The American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) applauds the U.S. Senate for passing the bipartisan Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA), proving once again that the strength and reliability of our nation’s infrastructure systems is an issue that unites us all.

With this legislation, the federal government will restore its critical partnership with cities and states to modernize our nation’s infrastructure, including transit systems, drinking water pipes, school facilities, broadband, ports, airports and more.

We commend the Senate for prioritizing American communities by passing this bipartisan infrastructure legislation and urge the U.S. House of Representatives to do the same.