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Anderson Report: Investing in Infrastructure Would Boost Michigan's Economy

May 25, 2010 09:24
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The Anderson Economic Group recently released a report that  analyzed the economic impact of several levels of transportation funding on the state’s economy. 

The study outlines:
 
• The economic impact of three levels of road funding on the state’s economy
• The role Michigan’s roadways play in supporting the state’s key industries  
• The impact road infrastructure has on the safety of and costs incurred by
Michigan residents
            
The study found that taking bold action to fund road repair and improvement – at a
level that would make infrastructure an asset to Michigan’s business climate – would
bring large economic and employment benefits to Michigan and far offset the cost of
the higher taxes necessary to support the expenditure.
 

 

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