U.S. senators predict passage of infrastructure bill this week, but still waiting for final text
WASHINGTON, Aug 1 (Reuters) - The U.S. Senate reconvened on Sunday to finalize legislative text and forge ahead with a sweeping $1 trillion spending plan for roads, rail lines, communications networks and other infrastructure, with some senators predicting final passage later this week.
Senator Susan Collins, a Republican from Maine, told CNN that she believes at least 10 Republicans will support the measure, enabling it to clear a 60-vote procedural hurdle.
The massive infrastructure package is one of President Joe Biden's top legislative priorities and would be the largest investment in U.S. roads, bridges, ports, and transit in decades.
It includes $550 billion in new spending on top of $450 billion in previously approved funds and would provide money to replace lead water pipes and build a network of electric vehicle charging stations.
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