News & Updates - Roundtable President Releases Statement in Response to Speaker Atkins Transportation Funding Proposal
Sacramento — Rob Lapsley, president of the California Business Roundtable today released the following statement in response to Speaker Atkins Transportation Funding Proposal:
“The California Business Roundtable has a long history of supporting investment in vital infrastructure that is the foundation of a strong California economy. We are pleased to support Speaker Toni Atkins leadership to provide critically needed funding solutions for California’s aging streets and highways.
In his State of the State address, the Governor called upon the Legislature to address California’s infrastructure challenges. We commend Speaker Atkins for responding to this challenge with a comprehensive transportation plan that is needed to strengthen California’s economic recovery.
Now the real work begins. The Roundtable members look forward to supporting the Speaker and working with other legislative leaders in the months ahead.”