Bistate project to replace the aging I-5 bridge between Portland, Oregon, and Vancouver, Washington
Rep. John Ley has introduced a bill seeking an independent audit of the Interstate 5 Bridge Replacement Project to improve fiscal oversight and accountability as costs continue to grow.
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The I‑5 Bridge Replacement Program has completed its Supplemental Environmental Impact Statement, moving the project closer to final federal approval by summer.
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The federal government has earmarked $100 million for light rail construction as part of the Interstate Bridge Replacement project connecting Portland and Vancouver, reigniting debate across Southwest Washington over cost and scope.
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Newly reported documents suggest the Interstate Bridge Replacement program’s real cost range may be far higher than the long-cited $5–$7.5B estimate, intensifying scrutiny over transparency and raising fresh stakes for tolling and regional transportation budgets that can ripple into Cowlitz County.
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