Elaine Chao

We want all funding and financing options to be available, because that is going to be the biggest challenge facing this infrastructure proposal.

There was never any Federal commitment. It was a verbal commitment, a verbal sentence given at a rally, a political rally no less.

But for New York and New Jersey to consider funds debt that we have given them as part of their equity back to us is something that we disagree with.

No passenger should be treated like that.

the status quo is unacceptable.

Drones and unmanned aircraft will be a part of the airspace in the future, which is why the administration is making this proposal.

It's also important to recognize that the way we build and deliver projects is as important as how much we invest.

The Department of Transportation must aggressively use all of its authority and resources to bring those numbers down.

The benefits of updating and expanding our transportation infrastructure can produce thunderous ripple effects, creating new developments, generating increased investments, and driving new economic opportunities.

We must commit to building the next generation of great American infrastructure or risk harming our economy and global competitiveness.

I think regulations need to be based on sound science, real data, to ensure that the best regulations are put forward that indeed will be effective and help to promote the ultimate goal.

I look forward to working with you to rebuild, refurbish and revitalize America's infrastructure.