Washington, June 24 -- Rep. Mike Carey issued the following press release:
Today, U.S. Representatives Mike Carey (R-OH-15) and Emilia Sykes (D-OH-13) introduced bipartisan legislation to help improve pedestrian safety in rural, urban, and suburban communities.
"The Columbus metro region has seen rapid population growth, but unfortunately our transportation and pedestrian infrastructure has not kept up," said Rep. Carey. "I want to thank Representative Sykes for partnering with me on this critical, bipartisan legislation. Our bill will make roadways safer for children and families by redesigning crosswalks, roundabouts, sidewalks, and other infrastructure, ensuring our local communities have the resources they need to protect pedestrians ...