The $1.2 trillion infrastructure package designates $110 billion for roads and bridges with $66 billion for rail improvements. There’s $65 billion included for high-speed internet investments. For agriculture, there’s funding included for a biobased pilot program and updates to the hours of service for truckers. Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack calls the bill a transformative, historic investment for America. Agriculture groups like the Agricultural Retailers Association and National Cattlemen’s Beef Association have a mostly positive response, calling it a critical piece of legislation.
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