Darin LaHood U.S. Rep. Illinois | Official U.S. House Headshot
Darin LaHood U.S. Rep. Illinois | Official U.S. House Headshot
Congressman Darin LaHood has articulated his transportation priorities in an op-ed published by the Washington Times. He emphasizes the importance of resilient and reliable transportation infrastructure, including freight rail systems, highways, bridges, and waterways, as essential tools for economic growth.
LaHood's focus is on maintaining Illinois' position as a key transportation hub in the Midwest. He has introduced several legislative measures to support trucking and rail industries and advocated for federal investments in water infrastructure.
Highlighting concerns about outdated railcars, LaHood notes that these older models are less efficient and prone to mechanical issues. To address this, he introduced the FREIGHT RAILCAR Act of 2025 with Rep. Brad Schneider. This legislation aims to improve railcar efficiency and alleviate supply chain constraints.
As Congress discusses the next surface transportation reauthorization bill, LaHood expresses his commitment to reducing bureaucratic hurdles and supporting core infrastructure projects. He stresses the need for bipartisan cooperation to ensure that U.S. transportation infrastructure remains safe, modern, and efficient.
The complete text of LaHood's op-ed is available through the Washington Times.
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