Christine Quinn: “although I am unable to cast my vote today for this legislation due to prior family commitments, I am pleased to voice…”

“although I am unable to cast my vote today for this legislation due to prior family commitments, I am pleased to voice my support for H.R. 2400 the Transportation Equity Act for the 21st century, or TEA 21. I would like to thank all of the conferees for their leadership in making this bi-partisan legislation a reality. This is truly an historic day for the United States of America. TEA 21 is a magnificent work which addresses many transportation related concerns. For example, this bill contains the most comprehensive anti-drinking and driving measures ever put into legislation. The people in my district will see the results of the significant steps this Congress will be taking to combat drinking and driving. This bill reauthorizes the discretionary bridge program. This program will give our states the tools to replace or repair our crumbling bridges. The bill authorizes funds for the Rails to Trails program, access to jobs, school bus safety, and many other important programs. And of course the legislation takes care of specific district priorities.”