Congressman Tim Ryan Announces New Transportation, Climate Investments for Ohio Under Bipartisan Infrastructure Law

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Congressman Tim Ryan (OH-13) today announced that the State of Ohio will receive $214,687,250 in funding under the historic Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, providing Ohioans with more transportation options, easing congestion in local communities, and reducing carbon pollution across the state.

"Our Bipartisan Infrastructure Law is delivering historic investments in cleaner, more convenient transportation options for the people of Ohio and my Congressional District," said Congressman Ryan. "This funding will lower costs for working families, combat harmful carbon pollution, and support good-paying, union jobs. I'm proud to have voted to provide this federal investment, and I will continue partnering with our state and local leaders to put these game-changing investments to work."

The investments total more than $6.4 billion across the country and are administered under the Federal Highway Administration's Carbon Reduction Program, a new initiative established by the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law. As working families grapple with rising gas prices, this funding will offer Ohioans more transportation alternatives and will reduce commute times. These funds will be invested in a range of eligible projects, including:

Public transit services
Electric vehicle charging infrastructure
Traffic flow improvements
Congestion management technology
Pedestrian and cycle trails
"By strengthening Ohio's transportation infrastructure, this funding will help reduce our reliance on foreign energy and protect working families from rising costs," added Congressman Ryan. "As these investments reach our communities, Congressional Democrats remain laser-focused on fighting Putin's price hike by lowering costs, increasing paychecks, and creating jobs."

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