Rep. Shuster on Infrastructure Investment, Gas Tax

The video discusses the need for infrastructure investment in the U.S., highlighting asset recycling as a potential solution. It explores the role of the private sector in improving efficiency and generating revenue, and considers the implications of a gas tax. The discussion also covers the distribution of infrastructure funding between rural and urban areas, emphasizing the importance of equitable investment.

What is the main issue highlighted in the first section regarding infrastructure in the United States?

• Trillion-dollar investment gap

• Excessive government regulations

• Lack of skilled workers

• Over-reliance on foreign technology

How does asset recycling aim to improve infrastructure efficiency?

• By increasing government control over assets

• By leasing government assets to private entities

• By reducing taxes on infrastructure projects

• By selling government assets to private companies

What is a potential benefit of asset recycling mentioned in the second section?

• Elimination of all taxes on infrastructure

• Improved efficiency and reduced costs

• Increased government revenue from asset sales

• Complete privatization of public assets

What funding strategy is discussed in the final section as a way to support infrastructure projects?

• Increasing the gas tax

• Reducing public transportation

• Privatizing all highways

• Eliminating the Highway Trust Fund

How does the Highway Trust Fund ensure equitable distribution of infrastructure funds?

• By focusing only on urban areas

• By funding only new construction projects

• By using a formula to allocate funds to states

• By prioritizing projects in rural areas