Funding for 35W Bridge lagging behind commitment

The MN Legislature is debating funding for the rebuild of the 35W bridge 2 months after the collapse. Pres. Bush promised to expedite the funding process but the funds have been held up in committee in Washington under threat of vetoe. This has tested some lawmakers because they want to get the bridge started but the project may be delayed. The federal transportation department did allocate immediate funds for clean up but that money has already been spent. The totol cost of the bridge effort is expected to total $400million.