Transportation and Infrastructure
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STRICKLAND TOURS INFRASTRUCTURE, INVESTMENT, AND JOBS ACT PROJECTS ACROSS SOUTH SOUND
Lacey, WA – This week, U.S. Representative Marilyn Strickland (WA-10) toured several Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA) funded projects across the South Sound. Since IIJA became law in late 2021, dozens of local infrastructure priorities have been completed or are under construction. This once-in-a-generation federal investment in our local communities is already making our streets…
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STRICKLAND ANNOUNCES $800,000 FOR SHEFFIELD TRAIL RESTORATION
CITY OF FIFE WILL RECEIVE $800,000 TO IMPROVE TRAIL ACCESS AND SAFETY Lakewood, WA – On National Trails Day, U.S. Representative Marilyn Strickland (WA 10) and the City of Fife announced $800,000 in federal funding for the Sheffield Trail Improvement Project in Fife, Washington. “Sheffield Trail is a critical connector for the South Sound,” said Rep. Strickland. “Providing…
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STRICKLAND HIGHLIGHTS ECONOMIC AND NATIONAL SECURITY IMPACTS OF THE SOUTH SOUND MARITIME INDUSTRY
Lakewood, WA — On National Maritime Day, U.S. Representative Marilyn Strickland (WA-10) recognized the South Sound’s integral role in the U.S. maritime industry. In the 10th Congressional District alone, the maritime industry generates $77 million in economic activity and more than 500 jobs. “The maritime industry is a critical economic engine in the region,” said Rep. Strickland. “In…
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STRICKLAND ANNOUNCES FUNDING FOR SOUTH TACOMA WAY IMPROVEMENTS
$2.5 MILLION FOR ACCESSIBILITY IN LAKEWOOD’S INTERNATIONAL DISTRICT Congresswoman Marilyn Strickland (WA-10) today announced $2.5 million in federal funding for the City of Lakewood’s South Tacoma Way Project to dramatically improve the accessibility of Lakewood’s International District. “This federal funding will upgrade a major regional connector for businesses and communities within the quickly growing South Sound,” said Strickland. “Improving…
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STRICKLAND ANNOUNCES $1.8M FOR INTERCITY TRANSIT TO SUPPORT TRANSIT ACCESS, SAFETY, AND EFFICIENCY
INTERCITY TRANSIT WILL RECEIVE $1.8 MILLION FOR ZERO FARE BUS STOP ACCESS IMPROVEMENT Today, U.S. Representative Marilyn Strickland (WA-10) announced $1.8 million in federal grant funding for Intercity Transit’s Zero Fare Bus Stop Access Improvement Project. The Project will work to provide critical access for residents to key services and address equity issues by renovating…
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Strickland, Kilmer Announce $2.9 Million For UWT Project To Expand Broadband Access
Washington D.C. –U.S. Representatives Marilyn Strickland (WA-10) and Derek Kilmer (WA-06) announced $2.9M in federal funding for the University of Washington Tacoma (UWT)’s “Connect Across Tacoma: devices, skills, and service expansion for digital equity” project. The project aims to address the digital divide in Tacoma, improve broadband access, and educate the community. “Access to reliable…
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Strickland Calls for Modernizing Tools to Track and Manage Infrastructure Investments
Washington, D.C. – Congresswoman Marilyn Strickland (WA-10), along with a bipartisan group of 10 colleagues, urged Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigeig to incorporate modern day project management technologies into the rollout and management of the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law investments. “As we experience inflation and supply chain shortages, it is critical that we make careful use of every…
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Strickland Secures $19 million for South Sound
Washington, D.C.– Congresswoman Marilyn Strickland (WA-10) secured funding for fourteen South Sound community projects that will create jobs, enhance the region’s infrastructure, increase access to public transit and outdoor spaces, and more. “Securing funding for these critical South Sound projects will create jobs, upgrade and increase the durability of our infrastructure, address food insecurity, support…
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Landmark Puget Sound Recovery Legislation Led by Kilmer and Strickland Heads to President’s Desk
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Representatives Derek Kilmer (WA-06) and Marilyn Strickland (WA-10), Co-Chairs of the Puget Sound Recovery Caucus, announced that their legislation, the PUGET SOS Act, passed the House and Senate as part of the National Defense Authorization Act for 2023. The bill, which President Biden is expected to sign into law this…
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Strickland Helps Secure Over $3.8 Million for Pierce Transit Battery Electric Buses
Congresswoman Strickland is pleased to announce that the U.S. Department of Transportation has awarded Pierce Transit $3,870,800 as part of the Fiscal Year (FY) 22 Low-No Grant Program and Grants for Buses and Bus Facilities Competitive Program. This award allows Pierce Transit to purchase up to three battery electric buses so they can better serve…