They are then included in GSAs capital budget. Both methods were successful prior to the passage of NAFTA in meeting the need for border station facilities in a manner that. if not always as timely as desired by State and local governments and private sponsors. did provide funding. Three events have changed the situation: First. increased demand for new border crossings. The passage of NAFTA has increased the importance of trade with Mexico and Canada as a source of jobs and income. This has caused towns and cities on both sides for the border to seek additional border crossings in order to accommodate expected future traffic. Second. reduced Federal funding for construction. Budget cuts are reducing the funds available for new construction. including border stations.
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