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On the recordApril 13, 2021
Continuing to put off maintenance of our existing infrastructure isn't just dangerous, it is way too expensive for our constituents and our Government.
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Lauren Underwood
Democratic · Illinois

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Underwood emphasizes the urgent need for infrastructure maintenance to avoid high costs.

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