LaHood's Route 66 Legislation Passes Out of Committee Unanimously
Washington, D.C. – This week, the House Natural Resources Committee unanimously passed Congressman Darin LaHood's bill, H.R. 3600 - Route 66 National Historic Trail Designation Act. The legislation would
“Route 66 is a crucial transportation artery that connects America’s heartland to the west,” said Rep. LaHood. “The Mother Road provides powerful economic development tools for communities throughout Illinois, creating jobs and opportunity for 18th District residents. Designating Route 66 as a National Historic Trail would provide this highway with a permanent program to preserve, promote, and economically develop it. I applaud the House Natural Resources Committee for unanimously passing my legislation and urge the House to swiftly pass this important bill."