“For years, residents of Virginia’s Sixth District have told me how dangerous and congested I-81 has become,” Rep. Cline said. “This is a meaningful step toward delivering the reliable interstate our communities along the I-81 corridor deserve,” added the congressman. The I-81 proposed funds are included in the House-approved Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2026, H.R. The latest investment secured by Rep. Cline and included in H.R. 7148 would support critical upgrades and potential widening along I-81, according to a bill summary provided by his office.