ALEXANDRIA, VA – National Stone, Sand & Gravel Association’s President and CEO Michele Stanley issued the following statement on the 70th anniversary of the Interstate Highway System.

“Today marks the 70th anniversary of the Interstate Highway System and the passage of the National Interstate and Defense Highways Act, which was signed into law by President Dwight D. Eisenhower. This historic investment in our nation’s highways transformed our country, connected communities and powered commerce, laying the foundation for the prosperous nation we are today. NSSGA members proudly play an essential role in building and maintaining over 47,000 miles of interstate by supplying the 38,000 tons of aggregates material required to construct every mile of four-lane highway. Their work helps ensure safe, durable roads that support the nation’s transportation and economic needs.

“Now we must look to the future to modernize and strengthen this system. This milestone anniversary, along with America’s 250th Birthday, serves as a reminder of the critical need to pass a multi-year surface transportation reauthorization bill this year. We urge the House of Representatives to consider and pass the BUILD America 250 Act, and the Senate to also take up legislation, to secure the future of our interstate legacy.”

CONTACT: Kerry Lynch

(703) 526-1072, klynch@nssga.org