Sen. Kyrsten Sinema: $1.2 trillion infrastructure deal she helped broker still has legs

Repair, replacement of storm and other groundwater infrastructure needs are part of a massive government spending proposal.

By Yvonne Wingett Sanchez | Arizona Republic

Sen. Kyrsten Sinema maintained Thursday the ambitious $1.2 trillion infrastructure deal she helped broker still has legs even as senators in both parties have concerns over its price tag and how the government would pay for it.

The deal is reaching a critical point on Capitol Hill, with Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer, D-N.Y., saying he will force a vote next week to try to push the bipartisan package forward before the August congressional recess.

“This effort is an example — and I hope it demonstrates — that Republicans and Democrats actually can work together to help solve problems,” Sinema, D-Ariz., said. “This group has been working together for a very long time. We have built deep trust with each other. We are equally committed to getting this done.”

Sinema’s comments to The Arizona Republic’s Editorial Board came as legislative staffers are furiously writing legislative text to prepare for any potential vote and as a group of 10 bipartisan senators huddled again with White House staff to address those concerns.

Twenty-two senators — enough to clear the filibuster’s 60-vote threshold — have signed onto the framework, which would include rebuilding roads, bridges, airports, expanding broadband internet access, and strengthening the nation’s water systems.

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