Modernizing our Infrastructure

Arizona is one of the fastest growing states, and as a former mayor of Phoenix and the current Vice Ranking Member of the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee, I know that improving all forms of transportation will make Arizonans’ lives better--and it’s great for business too. 

That’s why I was so proud to work on the historic Bipartisan Infrastructure Law—a once in a generation investment to improve our roadways, airports, public transit, and more. I won’t stop working to leverage this legislation for the East Valley, whether it’s heading to Sky Harbor, Phoenix-Mesa Gateway or Valley Metro. 

I’m focused on growing Arizona’s clean energy transit options--expanding the Rio East-Dobson Streetcar and securing $2.3 million for an on-demand public transportation service in the East Valley that will target areas with little to no regular public transit service. 

More on Modernizing our Infrastructure

South Central Light Rail Granted $530 Million in Federal Funds to Complete Construction
December 5, 2020
Press Release
The U.S. Department of Transportation announced plans to provide nearly $530 million through the Capital Investment Grants (CIG) program to fund the design and construction of Phoenix's South Central Light Rail Extension. Rep. Greg Stanton long advocated for support for the project during his time as Phoenix mayor and continued to fight for federal funds as a member of the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee. "This critical federal investment will secure light rail's future in South Phoenix," said Stanton.
Issues: Modernizing our Infrastructure
Stanton Pushes for Federal Funds for Industrial Rail Line in Mesa
September 9, 2020
Press Release

Recognizing the economic benefits of expanded rail access in Mesa, Rep. Greg Stanton is working with the City of Mesa to secure federal funding for its Pecos Industrialized Rail Access Train Extension (PIRATE) project. Mesa applied for a $24.4 million Better Utilizing Investments to Leverage Development (BUILD) Grant from the U.S. Department of Transportation to construct a new six-mile industrial freight rail track from the existing Union Pacific Railroad mainline through the Pecos Advanced Manufacturing Zone.

Issues: Modernizing our Infrastructure
Water Infrastructure Bill Passes House, Includes Key Measures for Rural Arizona
July 29, 2020
Press Release

Today, the House passed the Water Resources Development Act of 2020, a bipartisan package authorizing water infrastructure projects and studies through the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers.

Issues: Modernizing our Infrastructure
McMicken Dam improvements sought in Surprise
July 28, 2020
In The News

Ms. Lesko and Mr. Stanton were joined by the entire Arizona congressional delegation in sending the letter.

Issues: Modernizing our Infrastructure
Arizona House members seek improvements for McMicken Dam
July 28, 2020
In The News

PHOENIX - U.S. Reps. Debbie Lesko and Greg Stanton were joined by the entire Arizona congressional delegation on Monday in calling for a feasibility study regarding improvement options for the McMicken Dam in Surprise.

Issues: Modernizing our Infrastructure
Stanton Secures Arizona Priorities in Water Resources Development Act
July 16, 2020
Press Release

Today, the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure unanimously advanced the Water Resources Development Act of 2020, which included several measures to benefit Arizona. The bipartisan package authorizes water resources projects through the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, and it now heads to the House floor.

Issues: Modernizing our Infrastructure Protecting our Water and Climate
Arizona Democratic Reaction to the House Passage of the Invest in America-Moving Forward Infrastructure Bill
July 7, 2020
In The News

House Democrats have accomplished in less than two years what Donald Trump could not do in three and a half.

Pass an infrastructure bill.

Remember when Mr. Trump promised he would fight for a major infrastructure program when he became President.

Where is it?

Issues: Modernizing our Infrastructure
House Passes Sweeping Infrastructure Bill
July 2, 2020
Press Release

Yesterday, the House passed H.R. 2, the Moving Forward Act, a $1.5 trillion package to invest in lasting, 21st century infrastructure and address some of America's most urgent needs. Rep. Greg Stanton, a member of the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee, cosponsored the legislation.

Issues: Modernizing our Infrastructure
Surface Transportation Bill Advances, Includes Key Stanton Amendments
June 19, 2020
Press Release

Yesterday, the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure advanced the Investing in a New Vision for the Environment and Surface Transportation in America (INVEST in America) Act, a plan to reauthorize national surface transportation funding and infrastructure investment. It would authorize nearly $500 billion over five years to address some of the nation's most urgent infrastructure needs. The bill now moves to the House floor.

Issues: Modernizing our Infrastructure
NSSGA says the time to act is now as it applauds introduction of INVEST In America Act
June 9, 2020
In The News
The National Stone, Sand & Gravel Association (NSSGA) has commended the US House Transportation & Infrastructure Committee for introducing an infrastructure bill that includes the ROCKS Act. The time to act is now says the association.
NSSGA president Michael W. Johnson, says: "I commend committee chairman Peter DeFazio and his team introducing INVEST in America Act.
"This is an important step forward.
Issues: Modernizing our Infrastructure