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Sen. Rick Scott Applauds DOT Investment of $60 Million for Tamiami Trail Project

Statement

Date: June 3, 2019
Location: Washington, DC
Issues: Government Budget and Spending

Today, Senator Rick Scott released the below statement after the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) announced that $60 million will be awarded to the State of Florida to raise the unbridged sections of the Tamiami Trail. This announcement follows the letter Senator Scott sent in March to DOT Secretary Elaine Chao urging funding for the project, which is critical to the health of Florida's Everglades.

Senator Rick Scott said, "As Governor, I fought to fund the Tamiami Trail Modification Next Step Phase I and championed significant funding for the Everglades, Florida's springs, beaches and state parks. That included more than $2 billion to restore the Everglades and South Florida's ecosystem. I would like to thank President Trump and DOT Secretary Elaine Chao for building on our efforts by awarding the $60 million I requested for this vital project. I look forward to continuing this strong federal-state partnership to finish the Tamiami Trail and continue our mission to preserve Florida's historic Everglades National Park."


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