Problem
Michigan is struggling to find resources to fix its crumbling roads and public support for spending more money on transportation infrastructure is dwindling unless government can show that these projects are sustainable.
Solution
Rep. Townsend has proposed legislation this year to require that any jurisdiction seeking to use state or federal money to build new road capacity must show that its existing roads are in at least "good" or "fair" condition, as defined by state's Asset Management Council. This policy forces state and local road agencies to be accountable for the condition of their roads before they seek to add to the system, rebuilding faith in government to improve economic outcomes for all.
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Rachel Walsh2025-05-09 20:45:302025-05-09 20:55:30Lawmakers Huddle: State legislators work on a new deal
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Rachel Walsh2025-05-07 21:02:352025-05-09 21:04:35Annual NewDEAL Forum Ideas Summit in Atlanta
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Rachel Walsh2025-05-07 20:38:522025-05-07 20:38:52NewDEAL Welcomes New Class of Rising Democratic Leaders
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Rachel Walsh2025-05-07 12:48:532025-05-07 12:48:53Georgia Dems consider shifting focus from culture war issues at center-left summit
