Pingree Announces $225 Million from Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act to Repair Maine Bridges

Statement

Congresswoman Chellie Pingree (D-Maine) today announced $225 million in funding for bridge repairs in Maine, made possible through the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA). Representing the largest bridge formula program in American history, the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) is dedicating $26.5 billion to states, the District of Columbia and Puerto Rico over the five years of the law and $825 million for Tribal transportation facilities. The total amount that will be available to states, D.C. and Puerto Rico in Fiscal Year 2022 is $5.3 billion along with $165 million for tribes.

"In Maine, there are 315 bridges in poor condition. Thanks to the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act, Maine is being infused with an historic amount of funding, giving us the resources we need to fix or replace these structures, keep our cities and towns connected, and create good-paying jobs," said Congresswoman Pingree. "These funds will also help modernize our infrastructure to better withstand the extreme conditions caused by climate change, which we're woefully unprepared for. I proudly helped pass this infrastructure bill, and I'm thrilled Maine is already reaping its historic benefits."

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