The Infrastructure and General Government Appropriations Subcommittee convened on October 15, 2024, marking a significant moment as it was the last meeting of the subcommittee. The session began with a delay due to a lack of quorum, leading to the postponement of the approval of previous meeting minutes.

Senator Buxton humorously acknowledged the subcommittee's closure, suggesting that all members would be \"fired,\" which set a light-hearted tone for the meeting. In celebration of the occasion, attendees were offered sweet rolls from Shirley's Bakery, highlighting a communal spirit despite the subcommittee's dissolution.

The meeting transitioned to a presentation from the Utah State University ASPIRE Center, featuring Regan Zane, the center's director, and Bartley Matthews, director of Transportation Planning. Zane expressed enthusiasm about the center's progress and shared highlights from their first annual report. He noted that the ASPIRE Center had recently hosted a significant event with over 300 attendees, including more than 100 industry representatives, to discuss future initiatives supported by funding from the National Science Foundation.

This meeting not only served as a farewell to the subcommittee but also showcased the ongoing efforts and achievements of the ASPIRE Center, emphasizing its role in fostering collaboration between academia and industry.