AASHTO Praises Senate Passage of 2013 WRDA.
Press Release Summary:
Senate approved Water Resources Development Act of 2013, which provides for conservation and development of USA's water and related resources while establishing flood protection for communities. In comment, AASHTO's Bud Wright lauded Senate for its bipartisan support and said "This vital piece of legislation touches every American...because it covers everything from the ports, to safe drinking water, and the infrastructure used to move people, goods, and ultimately, America's economy."
Original Press Release:
AASHTO Salutes Senate Passage of the Water Resources Development Act
WASHINGTON -- The Senate today approved the Water Resources Development Act of 2013, a comprehensive bill that provides for the conservation and development of the nation's water and related resources and establishes flood protection for communities.
"AASHTO congratulates the Senate for its overwhelming bipartisan support of WRDA," said Bud Wright, AASHTO Executive Director. "This vital piece of legislation touches every American in one way or another because it covers everything from the ports, to safe drinking water, and the infrastructure used to move people, goods, and ultimately, America's economy. AASHTO is looking forward to working with members of the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee to secure final passage of WRDA later this year."
The American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials (AASHTO) is the “Voice of Transportation” representing State Departments of Transportation in all 50 states, the District of Columbia, and Puerto Rico. AASHTO is a nonprofit, nonpartisan association serving as a catalyst for excellence in transportation. Follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/aashtospeaks.
