Democratic Senate Challenger; member of State House
Invest in public transportation infrastructure
Merkley will fight for investments in our core transportation infrastructure. For every billion dollars invested in infrastructure projects, it is estimated that between 14,000 and 47,000 jobs are created. Merkley will champion programs to invest in loca
rail transit infrastructure that help Americans get to and from work and support economic growth along the rail lines. Merkley will support bus rapid transit projects which will help reduce congestion on our highways and will help the flow of commerce.
Source: Campaign website, www.jeffmerkley.com, “Issues”
Jun 3, 2008
