August 10, 2021
WASHINGTON – Today, U.S. Senator Roy Blunt (Mo.) released the following statement after voting in favor of the bipartisan infrastructure bill:
“As
a national transportation hub, Missouri is among the states that will benefit
the most from the targeted investments in this bipartisan infrastructure bill. The
bill authorizes more than $8 billion to help our state improve the safety and
reliability of our roads and highways. It includes much-needed funding for
ports and waterways. And, it focuses resources toward ending the digital divide
that has left nearly one-third of rural Missourians without access to
broadband. Location is one of our greatest competitive advantages in Missouri.
The investments in this bill will help us maintain that advantage and improve
the quality of life for families, businesses, and farmers.”