The greater Washington region is slated to receive at least $18 billion for roads and transit over five years.
The District is slated to receive $3 billion in funding over five years from the law, money that Bowser said will help to accelerate critical fixes to roads and bridges, improve transit, and advance energy, environmental and broadband projects.
Bowser said the task force of public- and private-sector experts will lead the city through the “transformational” federal program, helping to prioritize projects and ensure the money is used effectively. The $1 trillion package is expected to provide a boost across the greater Washington region, which is slated to receive at least $18 billion for roads and transit over five years, according to documents from the U.S. Department of Transportation.
The infrastructure package, signed into law by President Biden in November, gives cities across the country a major boost in funding for roads, bridges, pipes, ports and Internet connections. Jenny Reed, director of the D.C. Office of Budget and Performance Management who also is serving as staff director to the task force, said the $3 billion will grow spending for capital projects by 30 percent. The District’s capital budget is $9.5 billion over five years.In considering which projects to prioritize, the D.C. task force will consider those that would bring the most economic opportunity to disadvantaged communities and create equity among D.C.
bridges and more than 402 road miles that are in poor condition could benefit, according to a U.S. Department of Transportation report. Reed said at a D.C. Council meeting last week the city plans to spend $225 millionAdvertisement
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