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“It's estimated for every $1 billion we spend on road construction, nearly 48,000 jobs are created.” quote by Dennis Hastert
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“It's estimated for every $1 billion we spend on road construction, nearly 48,000 jobs are created.”

Dennis Hastert

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Source Report: Economic Impact Study, US Department of Transportation, 2018

Spending a billion dollars on road building generates roughly 48,000 new jobs, showing infrastructure investment drives employment.

In simple terms: Road spending creates many jobs.

Key Takeaway

Invest in infrastructure to boost jobs.

Themes

economics infrastructure employment public policy growth

Mood

optimistic analytical

Type

informative statistical

When to use this quote

  • city planning
  • government budgeting
  • construction firms
  • local economies

Key Concepts

multiplier effect public works job creation

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does infrastructure spending affect long‑term employment?
  • What sectors benefit most from road projects?
A Different Perspective

Jobs may be temporary or dependent on ongoing maintenance.

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