“The Gateway Tunnel remains the most important infrastructure project in the nation, and the news that construction may halt due to withheld federal funds is deeply troubling and should sound alarm bells for commuters, workers, and businesses. The growth of our region is not optional, and the infrastructure that supports it cannot be either – walking away now would strand investments already made and unnecessarily increase the long-term costs. Delaying progress at this stage will only prolong the strain on commuters and businesses who deserve a modern, reliable rail system.
“This bipartisan project has been years in the making and is already well underway with crews on site. Interrupting progress at this stage would not only jeopardize thousands of union jobs and billions in economic activity, but would be an extraordinarily irresponsible use of taxpayer dollars. New Jersey has done its part and welcomed this investment in our future with open arms. We will continue fighting to ensure the federal government honors its commitments, and I stand with Governor Sherrill in demanding that this essential project moves forward without further delay.”