I believe that addressing our infrastructure challenges are a critical component of our holistic efforts to combat climate change and ensure a livable world for current and future generations.

We also need for Michigan--it is incumbent on me to mention the consideration and the importance of electric vehicle charging infrastructure.

The average daily traffic counted on this road has increased approximately 200 percent over the last 20 years.

There are many--in fact, almost countless--industrial and retail concerns lining the Beck Road Business Corridor.

This multijurisdictional project seeks to expand a congested roadway that is part of our Federal-aid highway.

There just hasn't been enough Federal support in our communities involving infrastructure needs.

And it is an unfunded mandate, and it is hampering economic activity. It is hurting public safety.

In this moment, we are presented with a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to overcome the darkness of this pandemic, combat climate change, and rebuild our nation in ways that make us stronger, safer, and more respected.

Infrastructure is an American issue that directly affects our ability to compete in the global marketplace and provide financial security for millions of American families.

There is no question that this infrastructure bill is a tremendous opportunity to help us reach those climate goals.

Our roads are in desperate need of improvement.