Gov. Wes Moore to Sign PORT Act into Law for Key Bridge Collapse Relief

SOURCE www.breitbart.com
Gov. Wes Moore of Maryland plans to sign the PORT Act into law to support businesses and workers affected by the collapse of the Key Bridge. The legislation aims to provide monetary relief to Port of Baltimore workers left jobless after the bridge collapse. The collapse occurred after a cargo ship crashed into the bridge, resulting in six deaths.

Key Points

  • Maryland Senate passed the PORT Act to support workers affected by the collapse of the Francis Scott Key Bridge
  • Gov. Moore announced his intention to sign the legislation into law to provide relief to businesses and workers
  • The collapse of the Key Bridge occurred after a cargo ship crashed into it, resulting in six fatalities

Pros

  • Provides monetary relief to workers affected by the Key Bridge collapse
  • Supports businesses impacted by the bridge collapse

Cons

  • Cost of building a new bridge estimated to be high, ranging from $400 million to several billion dollars