Accelerate Arizona aims to educate policymakers and the public on the importance of transportation to Arizona's future economic growth. Led by @azchamber.
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Important words on hiring veterans from one of the world’s top HR experts @JohnnyCTaylorJr @SHRM. Thank you @HeroZonaOrg for putting together an excellent program. Standing ovation after Taylor’s remarks.
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We're proud to be a presenting sponsor of the 2019 Arizona Manufacturing Summit & Awards Luncheon on Oct 3. RSVP now to join 500+ industry & community leaders and policy experts for #AZ's largest event supporting the vital @AZManufacturing sector! Tickets bit.ly/2Zyj4ZZ
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Look guys, if you want to know what Arizona’s biggest manufacturers are going to be talking about and how it impacts our state, then you should be here: @AZManufacturing #AZMOY19 – at Phoenix, AZ
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House Deal Would Keep ExIm Bank Functioning Through 2026 wsj.com/articles/house-deal-…
Helpful thread from @AZChamber, including a look at potential, much-needed infrastructure investments. ⤵️
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America's infrastructure and transportation systems are outdated. Momentum is building on Capitol Hill to pass a bipartisan bill to modify them. We have the story >>> bit.ly/2F7xR4A
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"The longer we wait, the worse our infrastructure will get, and the more it will cost us—not only in money to fix it, but in lost time, lost productivity, and lost lives… things we can never get back." Read Tom Donohue's full House Ways & Means testimony: uschamber.com/testimony/test…
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“Time for a major bill from Congress to rebuild our roads and infrastructure across the US.” ~@VP Mike Pence at @ShopFloorNAM Annual Board Meeting @JayTimmonsNAM
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Did you know that more than 54,000 bridges across the U.S. are rated "structurally deficient?" Our alarming infrastructure cannot support a modern manufacturing economy. Check out our plan --> bit.ly/2VB31YC #BuildingToWin
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Congrats to our friend, and longtime transportation advocate, @jacksellers Great addition! – at Phoenix, AZ
Photo time. Board with new Supervisor @jacksellers as well as County Manager Joy Rich and Clerk of the Board Fran McCarroll.
@billgatesaz @ClintLHickman @Steve_Chucri @Steve_Gallardo
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Read why transportation an important issue in 2019 legislative session chamberbusinessnews.com/2019…
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In Arizona, our budget invests millions for infrastructure projects, including $130 million to expand and improve safety along I-17, but there's more to be done. AZ is ready to work with Washington on a new infrastructure package! (2/3) #SOTU
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We stand with the state’s business community in calling for adoption of the DCP. Water is our future. #AZWater
We are proud to support the Drought Contingency Plan. Arizona - not the federal government - knows how to best manage its water. #AZWater #AZleadership
“Transportation funding has been in a near constant state of crisis for more than a decade. State legislatures... have responded emphatically and creatively in their approaches to raise transportation revenue.” | @NCSLorg
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The value of goods delivered by trucks is expected to double by 2040, our infrastructure needs to be properly funded in order to keep pace. #AccelerateAZ2019
Positive sign to hear an emphasis on "accelerating and expanding" our infrastructure investments in Governor @dougducey's 2020 budget.
Maintaining, enhancing and growing our transportation system is crucial in supporting our growth as a state. #AccelerateAZ2019
Arizona’s budget priorities:
→ Investing in K-12 education
→ Supporting law enforcement
→ Equipping the next generation
→ Securing our water future
#AZBalanced #ThingsThatMatterAZ
"We have eroding revenues and escalating costs," says Kristine Ward, CFO of @ArizonaDOT. Crucial that we establish secure and prolific funding sources to address our critical infrastructure needs.
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"The need is now." MAG Exec. Director @Eric_azmag says more funding is needed for important projects across the state such as I-10, I-17, I-40 & the North-South Corridor. @AZChamber @ArizonaBiltmore @AZLawmakers #AccelerateAZ2019
