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Gov. Tony Evers today released a statement on the passage of the bipartisan infrastructure bill the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act.This bipartisan infrastructure bill is a win for Wisconsin said Gov. Evers. For years elected officials in this state failed to make meaningful investments in our roads and infrastructure. Im proud weve gotten to work providing more than 300000 homes and businesses with access to new or improved broadband service while fixing more than 1000 miles of highway and more than 800 state and local bridges.Now because of President Bidens efforts to pass this once-in-a-generation infrastructure plan well be able to build on the progress weve made these past two years and continue our work fixing our states crumbling roads investing in lead pipe replacement and expanding access to broadband across our state.The U.S. House passed the infrastructure bill late Friday night on a bipartisan vote. Based on information released today here is how the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act is expected to deliver for WisconsinRepair and rebuild our roads and bridges with a focus on climate change mitigation resilience equity and safety for all users including cyclists and pedestrians.Based on formula funding alone it is currently estimated that Wisconsin could expect to receive 5.2 billion for federal-aid highway apportioned programs and 225 million for bridge replacement and repairs under the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act over five years.Wisconsin can also compete for the 12.5 billion Bridge Investment Program for economically significant bridges and nearly 16 billion of national funding in the bill dedicated for major projects that will deliver substantial economic benefits to communities.Deliver clean drinking water and eliminate the nations lead service lines and pipes.Under the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act based on the traditional state revolving fund formula Wisconsin will expect to receive 841 million over five years to improve water infrastructure across the state and ensure that clean safe drinking water is a right in all communities.Improve healthy sustainable transportation options.Based on formula funding alone it is currently estimated that Wisconsin would expect to receive 592 million over five years under the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act to improve public transportation options across the state.Build a network of EV chargers to facilitate long-distance travel and provide convenient charging options.Under the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act it is projected Wisconsin would expect to receive 79 million over five years to support the expansion of an EV charging network in the state.Wisconsin will also have the opportunity to apply for the 2.5 billion in grant funding dedicated to EV charging in the bill.Help connect folks to reliable high-speed internet.Under the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act Wisconsin is estimated to receive a minimum allocation of 100 million to help provide broadband coverage across the state including providing access to the at least 318000 Wisconsin residents who currently lack it.Under the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act 1246000 or 22 of people in Wisconsin will be eligible for the Affordability Connectivity Benefit which will help low-income families afford internet access.Prepare more of our infrastructure for the impacts of climate change cyberattacks and extreme weather events.Under the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act based on historical formula funding levels Wisconsin will expect to receive 20 million over five years to protect against wildfires and 18 million to protect against cyberattacks.Wisconsin residents will also benefit from the bills historic 3.5 billion national investment in weatherization which will reduce energy costs for families.Improve our airports.Under the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act airports in Wisconsin would receive approximately 198 million for infrastructure development for airports over five years.