On the recordJanuary 10, 2017
So the issue is not only how much to fund our infrastructure projects, but also how to increase the pipeline of available projects.
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Elaine Chao
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congress.govSo the issue is not only how much to fund our infrastructure projects, but also how to increase the pipeline of available projects.
Secretary Chao emphasizes the need for more infrastructure project availability alongside funding.
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