Statement on the Legislative Successes and Historic Legacy of the Biden-Harris Administration

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: November 19, 2024

STATEMENT ON THE LEGISLATIVE SUCCESSES AND HISTORIC LEGACY OF THE BIDEN-HARRIS ADMINISTRATION

WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Biden-Harris Administration has ushered in an era of transformative change, leaving an indelible legacy that has improved lives, uplifted communities and strengthened the foundation of America’s future. Over the past four years, their leadership has advanced policies and legislation that invest in our people, bolster our economy, protect our planet and expand opportunity for all.

Through pivotal legislation — including the American Rescue Plan (ARPA), Bipartisan Infrastructure Law (BIF), Bipartisan Safer Communities Act (BSCA), Promise to Address Comprehensive Toxics (PACT) Act, CHIPS and Science Act and Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) — President Biden and Vice President Harris laid the groundwork for generations of progress. These historic efforts have delivered jobs, reduced health care costs, empowered workers, strengthened our commitment to climate action and protected our communities.

“As we reflect on the past four years of the Biden-Harris Administration, we recognize the tangible progress achieved in communities across the country,” said Javier Gamboa, Deputy Executive Director of Building Back Together. “Through decisive action, President Biden and Vice President Harris addressed critical needs, from expanding health care access to investing in clean energy and creating quality jobs, ensuring every community has had a chance to succeed and thrive. The Biden-Harris legacy is a testament to leadership dedicated to the belief that America works best when everyone has the tools and support they need to thrive.

Defying all the odds, bringing people together through bipartisanship, this administration was able to pass and sign into law major pieces of legislation that will have broad consequential impacts for generations to come. And most importantly, they have made our country the best place to live and thrive in the world.

As we look back on their accomplishments, Building Back Together celebrates these achievements with gratitude. We remain committed to highlighting and protecting the successes of the past four years and working to safeguard these gains, ensuring this progress endures for future generations.”

For more information on the Biden-Harris Administration’s legislative successes, see the fact sheets below:

To learn more about the local impact of these historic pieces of legislation, check out the local clips below:

[Arizona] KTAR: Maricopa college district receives $1.7 million to grow semiconductor training programs

[Arizona] Ahwatukee Foothills News: Phoenix advancing $50 million shade program

[California] LA Times: Southern California gets $500 million from the EPA to fight pollution

[California] Los Angeles Daily News: California will get $35 million in federal funding to plug orphaned oil and gas wells

[Florida] 10 Tampa Bay: Newly renovated affordable housing complex opens near Busch Gardens

[Florida] Palm Beach Post: Palm Beach, Fort Lauderdale, Miami airports awarded $84M in federal money for upgrades

[Georgia] WSB-TV: Senators announce more than $37 million for Safer Streets projects in Georgia

[Georgia] The Augusta Chronicle: Augusta Mayor Garnett Johnson: Workforce hub initiative is moving Augusta forward

[Maryland] WMAR: President Biden to visit Port of Baltimore, announce $147 million in funding

[Maryland] Maryland Matters: Baltimore ‘Tech Hub’ designation means region could compete for billions in federal economic development funding

[Nevada] Las Vegas Review-Journal: Nevada’s water infrastructure to receive a $44M upgrade

[Nevada] Las Vegas Sun: Lowering prescription costs for Medicare beneficiaries lifted burdens for Nevadans, they tell HHS secretary

[New Mexico] Los Almos Daily Post: Luján Travels Across Northwestern New Mexico, Meets With Tribal Leaders And Highlights Infrastructure Projects

[New Mexico] KOB: 8 New Mexico colleges and universities to get $1M in food security grants

[Ohio] The Vindicator: Youngstown lands $1.2M grant to get the lead pipes out

[Ohio] Cleveland.com: Akron tech hub gets $51M from feds to address rubber, plastic effects on climate and the environment

[Pennsylvania] Public News Service: PA hydropower turbine plant uses IRA funding to boost jobs

[Pennsylvania] Pennsylvania Capital-Star: Buttigieg presents $500 million grant in Harrisburg for I-83 South Bridge repairs

[Wisconsin] Milwaukee Journal Sentinel: Wisconsin lands $49 million in funding for medical sciences. Baldwin says thousand of jobs possible

[Wisconsin] UpNorthNews: Wisconsin’s nursing shortage eased by Biden-Harris training funding initiatives

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