Gov. Tony Evers released a statement on the passage of the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act outlining how the new legislation will help the state. Key improvements and estimated spending based on updated factor data each fiscal year are:
- The repair and rebuilding of roads and bridges with a focus on climate change mitigation, resilience, equity, and safety for users;
- Repair and rebuilding of roads and bridges. It is estimated Wisconsin could expect to receive $5.2 billion for federal highway apportioned programs and $225 million for bridge replacement and repairs over five years. Additional funding could also be available for bridges including $12.5 billion from the Bridge Investment Program and $16 billion for major projects that will deliver substantial economic benefits to communities;
- Clean drinking water and elimination of the nation’s lead service lines and pipes. Wisconsin could expect to receive $841 million over five years to improve water infrastructure;
- Improvement of healthy, sustainable transportation options. Wisconsin could expect to receive $592 million over five years to improve public transportation options including a network of EV chargers to facilitate long-distance travel and provide convenient charging options;
- Connection to reliable high-speed internet. Wisconsin is projected to receive a minimum allocation of $100 million to help provide broadband coverage across the state.
- Preparation of our infrastructure for the impacts of climate change, cyberattacks, and extreme weather events. Wisconsin can expect to receive $20 million over five years to protect against wildfires and $18 million to protect against cyberattacks.
- Airport improvements: Airports in Wisconsin would receive approximately $198 million for infrastructure development for airports over five years.
