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Dr. Ruiz Statement on Governor, Caltrans Request for Emergency Funding to Repair I-10 Bridge

July 22, 2015

WASHINGTON, DC – Today, Dr. Raul Ruiz (D-Palm Desert) released the following statement in support of the request for emergency funding to repair the Interstate 10 Bridge that collapsed in Desert Center.

"Interstate 10 is a vital motorway for our desert and all of Southern California. This bridge collapse could cost millions of dollars in lost economic activity, jeopardizing business growth and job creation across our state," said Dr. Ruiz. "I fully support the Governor's request for emergency funds to rebuild the bridge without delay and will work to ensure the Department of Transportation expedites the disbursement of this critical funding."

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