Shri Thanedar: “Detroit is a city of firsts, likely the site of the first urban freeway built in the U.S., where Henry Ford manufactured…”

“Detroit is a city of firsts, likely the site of the first urban freeway built in the U.S., where Henry Ford manufactured his first car, and the birthplace of the U.S. auto industry. Yes, this city bleeds authentic Americana and yearns for a renaissance. However, my district is at a crossroads. In the 13th Congressional District, businesses are beginning to hire more people, which means more traffic on the roads and more people using our public transportation system. Metro Detroit was renowned for having one of the worst public transportation networks of any large city in the Nation even before the COVID-19 pandemic. While others work from home, many jobs require in-person work. Public transportation is still necessary, and demand might rise in the future. I applaud the passage of the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act during the last Congress. Still, there needs to be a strong emphasis on infrastructure goals. ____________________”