[Congressional Record Volume 154, Number 10 (Wednesday, January 23, 2008)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E61]
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   INTRODUCTION OF RESOLUTION COMMEMORATING THE BICENTENNIAL OF THE 
                             GALLATIN PLAN

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                          HON. EARL BLUMENAUER

                               of oregon

                    in the house of representatives

                      Wednesday, January 23, 2008

  Mr. BLUMENAUER. Madam Speaker, today I am introducing, along with Mr. 
Oberstar, Mr. DeFazio, Mr. Walsh, Mr. Petri, and Mr. Farr, a resolution 
to commemorate the bicentennial of the Gallatin plan for infrastructure 
investment. This plan built on George Washington's vision of connecting 
the interior settlements with the markets and ports of the East Coast 
through a network of roads and canals. As Congress looks at major 
infrastructure investments for this century, it is worthwhile to 
remember that the achievements of the past were based on sound 
planning, and important to note that the value of infrastructure 
investments is dependent on national planning efforts. As we embark on 
efforts to improve our Nation's civil infrastructure, we should 
acknowledge and honor the plans that laid the groundwork for our 
Nation's greatness.

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