“I am announcing 149 million dollars in federal money for Los Angeles's busiest bus route. This project will make rides 24 percent faster for millions of people and create thousands of jobs.”

“Mr. Speaker, for far too many Angelenos, a bus ride to work, school, or home takes far too long. Today, we are changing that. I am proud to announce $149 million in new Federal funding for L.A.’s busiest bus corridor, through the Vermont Avenue Bus Rapid Transit project. This investment will serve over 20 million riders a year, cut travel time by 24 percent, and create thousands of good-paying jobs. Angelenos deserve transit that gets them where they need to go, faster, safer, and on time. This investment is a major step forward to a more connected, affordable, and livable Los Angeles.”