When the pandemic and slowdown hit America, essential facets of our economy and society did not stop. Transportation infrastructure still had to function, goods needed to move through the supply chain, and regions had to connect.

The Greater Houston region is, in itself, a lesson in resiliency. It has faced floods and hurricanes, prioritized revitalizing infrastructure, supported and marketed its central industries, and now is dealing with a global pandemic which will reshape business and communities for the future.

As President Trump and the new Congress consider a needed $1 trillion investment in infrastructure, the dialogue must include insight into what this means to communities throughout our nation.