Larsen Praises High-Speed Rail Funding for Washington State

Today, U.S. Representative Rick Larsen (WA-02) released the following statement in response to the U.S. Department of Transportation's announcement that Washington state will receive up to $161.5 million in funding for high-speed rail projects. The Department of Transportation is reallocating high-speed rail funds that were rejected by other states. Larsen had called on Ray LaHood, Secretary of the U.S. Department of Transportation, to award Washington state with this funding as Washington has many ready-to-go projects that will create jobs.

"More high-speed rail funding is a win, win, win for Washington state," said Rep. Larsen. "I thank Secretary LaHood for recognizing that Washington state can put this funding right to work creating jobs, growing the local economy, and helping commerce and passengers travel more efficiently from point to point."

"Communities across the state, including three in my district- in Everett, Blaine and Bellingham-have ready-to-go projects that will immediately create good jobs for folks who are looking for work during these tough economic times," said Rep. Larsen.

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