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Maryland Assembly Urges Review of Infrastructure Planning in Frederick County

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Delegates from the Maryland General Assembly have petitioned U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy regarding policy matters affecting Frederick County. The lawmakers urged the federal government to consider existing infrastructure corridors before new routes are established for major projects. They specifically cited the Maryland Piedmont Reliability Project, a proposed 67-mile, 500-kilovolt transmission line, as a concern.

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The delegation stated that large infrastructure projects could affect numerous working farms, conserved lands, and family-owned businesses in Frederick County. They asked that existing rights-of-way, including highways, railroads, and transmission corridors, be evaluated before new routes are approved.

From wfmd.com

Who's involved

  • Maryland General AssemblyDelegation members representing Frederick County interests in the Maryland General Assembly.
  • Sean DuffyU.S. Transportation Secretary whom the legislative body is petitioning.
  • Frederick CountyCounty whose interests are being represented regarding infrastructure impacts.

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