State lawmakers say federal infrastructure bills could boost modernization efforts in Wisconsin

9.21.21 Green Infrastructure

Two state lawmakers say pending federal legislation would accelerate efforts in Wisconsin to develop modern infrastructure such as electric vehicle charging stations and broadband internet, while creating thousands of new jobs in the state.

But a lack of Democratic unity among federal lawmakers and GOP opposition to the high cost of the bills could put the efforts in jeopardy. That's according to Lou Jacobson, a veteran D.C. journalist who joined a Biden administration official and state lawmakers for a virtual luncheon today hosted by WisPolitics.com and WisBusiness.com.

"It's basically ...

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