NLC Supports Infrastructure Jobs Bill as Critical to Cities’ Economic Recovery

Washington, D.C. – Following the unveiling of President Biden’s American Jobs Plan, outlining more than $2 trillion in federal investments to build back our nation’s infrastructure with workers in America’s cities, towns and villages, National League of Cities (NLC) CEO and Executive Director Clarence Anthony issued the following statement:

“Cities, towns and villages of all sizes, urban and rural, applaud President Biden for putting forward a significant plan to jumpstart a post-COVID economic recovery with investments in community infrastructure and the people who will build it. Our country needs good jobs that rebuild sustainable, equitable, and innovative infrastructure to connect and serve our residents. We cannot be shy as a country about investing in our people and in our communities to build a better quality of life in every place we call ‘home.’

“Local leaders are ready to rebuild and deliver far more than the bare minimum on infrastructure. Fueling our economic growth requires innovation and bold planning. This includes bridging the digital divide to deliver reliable internet access to American households and businesses and investing in essential workforce development and training programs to create pathways to employment for local workers. As debate in Washington begins, NLC and its members are eager to discuss the initiatives that can deliver for cities, towns and villages across the country.”

More information about NLC’s infrastructure priorities is available here.