PA Sees Big Benefits from Infrastructure Investment Act
Editorial StaffThe Facts -
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- Pennsylvania is being transformed by federal funding from two major laws.
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- Sen. Casey highlighted $13 billion allocated for roads and bridges in the state.
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- The infrastructure bill funds $30 million to replace lead service lines in Pittsburgh.
Pennsylvania Benefits from Federal Funding for Infrastructure Projects
Pennsylvania’s landscape is undergoing transformation thanks to billions in federal funding from the Inflation Reduction Act and Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, supporting numerous large-scale projects.
Sen. Bob Casey, D-Pa., highlighted the multifaceted benefits from the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act. He pointed to record-breaking investments in roads, bridges, water systems, and transportation across the state.
Massive Funding for Roads and Bridges
Casey noted $13 billion was allocated to Pennsylvania for roads and bridges. “For example, in Pittsburgh, raising the flood wall that protects the Parkway East and in downtown Pittsburgh, including the so-called bathtub section of Interstate 376,” Casey detailed. “That’s a $6.6 million project ensuring traffic flow during heavy storms.”
Community Project Investments
Casey’s website reports progress on key provisions in the Senate’s initial fiscal year 2024 funding bills. These cover issues from anti-drug efforts to economic development, including over $172 million for Pennsylvania community projects. Casey highlighted significant investments for removing and replacing aging lead service lines in Pennsylvania’s water system.
“In Pittsburgh, that funding amounts to 4,900 homes and businesses,” Casey explained. “That funding level is over $30 million.”
Improving Internet Connectivity in Pennsylvania
Casey emphasized the infrastructure bill's substantial funding to improve internet connectivity, especially in rural areas where up to 30% of residents lack access. He added high-speed internet investment will also address urban dead spots, making it one of the most transformative aspects of the legislation.
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