Washington, D.C. – TechNet, the national, bipartisan network of innovation economy CEOs and senior executives, issued the following statement after today’s hearing by the House Agriculture Committee on the implications of electric vehicle (EV) investment within the agricultural industry and throughout rural America. The following can be attributed to TechNet President and CEO Linda Moore:
“The future of the auto industry is electric. We must continue to expand and invest in innovations and technologies, like electric vehicles, that will not only make our country more sustainable but will also create new, good-paying jobs and opportunities in communities across the country, boost our economy, and strengthen American competitiveness.”
“We applaud the House Agriculture Committee for holding today’s hearing and will continue to work with President Biden and Congress to ensure EV infrastructure and innovations are deployed across the U.S.”