LaHood ties Rivian expansion in Bloomington-Normal to housing shortage and long commutes
The Axios Live segment features Rep. Darin LaHood discussing economic development in his Illinois district. He highlights Caterpillar's 12,000 workers around Peoria and Rivian's rapid growth in Bloomington-Normal from zero to over 8,000 employees. LaHood notes the resulting housing shortage forcing long commutes and his work on the Ways and Means Committee to boost housing supply across rural, suburban, and urban areas.
Source: Axios Live