Washington, Feb. 17 -- Representative Sharice Davids issued the following press release:
Today, Representative Sharice Davids (KS-03) joined local partners to celebrate the completion and grand opening of the express lanes on U.S. 69 between 103rd and 151st Streets. This three-year design-build project was a successful collaboration between Davids' office, Kansas Department of Transportation (KDOT), Kansas Turnpike Authority, and City of Overland Park.
"This is a big day for our community," said Davids. "Anyone who lives, works, or drives through Johnson County knows the frustration of sitting in traffic on U.S. 69. Too many families have also felt the pain of crashes on the highway. These new lanes will ease congestion, make travel safer...