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3/13/13

Rep. Edwards testified in support of bringing the FBI Consolidated Project to Prince George’s County before the House Transportation and Infrastructure Subcommittee on Economic Development, Public Buildings, and Emergency Management. Congresswoman Edwards is a Member of the subcommittee.

“Prince George’s County is home to 15 Metro stops – the most in our region,” said Congresswoman Edwards in her testimony. “It provides easy access to the White House and downtown Washington, DC, the Capital Beltway, the Department of Homeland Security’s new campus at Saint Elizabeth’s, and our region’s airports, while having the lowest price of real estate near Metro’s facilities throughout our region.

“In addition, over 67,000 federal employees reside in Prince George’s County and the County has shown a strong commitment to attracting economic development and providing an affordable high-quality of life for its residents. Prince George’s County is right for the FBI, and will do right by the FBI.”

Congresswoman Edwards’ full testimony can be viewed here.