Facts & Quotes

  • “Federal investment in infrastructure is the necessary catalyst for future economic growth and to enable the private sector to effectively compete in the global economy. This investment is long overdue.” Richard Trumpka, President of the AFL-CIO
  • “Our roads, our bridges……it’s a core function of government. But it’s also an economic development issue.” South Carolina Governor Nikki Haley, January 16, 2013
  • “Make no mistake: strengthening our infrastructure is an integral part of improving our economic competitiveness.” Rhode Island Governor Lincoln Chafee, January 16, 2013
  • “Investing money in our roads and bridges today saves money in the long run. It also builds the foundation for our 21st century economy.” Michigan Governor Rick Snyder, January 16, 2013
  • “Water and roads add to the quality of life…..anyone stuck in traffic at rush hour in our cities can speak to that. It also plays a major role in our continued economic development. Whenever we're recruiting a business seeking to relocate or expand..." Texas Governor Rick Perry, January 29, 2013
  • “Our common infrastructure is a horizontal thing that so much of our economy rests on. It’s clear now that…our success relies on a robust international digital infrastructure, both wired and wireless.” Jules Genachowski, Chairman of the FCC
  • “Public and private investment in the economic foundation of the United States is critical for long-term economic prosperity. The United States’ global competitiveness is dependent upon the construction and maintenance of a world class infrastructure.” Thomas J. Donahue, President and CEO of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, February 16, 2011
  • “Transportation is critical to our nation’s competitiveness. To put it simply, our transportation network is the backbone of our economy, and we must have a strong foundation to support economic growth." House Transportation and Infrastructure Chairman Bill Shuster, May 13, 2012
  • “It's been proven time after time: investments in our national infrastructure create jobs and opportunities. Americans can and must build great things – not just in spite of enormous economic challenges but also as the means of overcoming them.” Secretary Ray LaHood, Department of Transportation
  • "There is no reason why the world's best infrastructure should lie beyond our borders. This is America. We've always had the best infrastructure. This is work that needs to be done." President Barack Obama, October 11, 2010
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