Thomas R. Carper
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Thomas R. Carper is a United States Senator from Delaware, serving since 2001. He is a member of the Democratic Party and has held various political roles throughout his career, including serving as the Governor of Delaware from 1993 to 2001. Carper is known for his work on issues related to the environment, healthcare, and postal service reform. As a Vietnam War veteran, he often emphasizes his military service and its impact on his public service philosophy.
As a lifelong public servant, you know better than most that our workforce is one of the most important assets, I think maybe the most important asset, that we have in the Federal Government.
The Bipartisan Infrastructure Bill that I mentioned, which was signed into law by the President almost exactly 2 years ago provides over $55 billion for drinking water and wastewater infrastructure.
We believe that bipartisan solutions are lasting solutions, and when the elections are over, the elections are over, and let's figure out how to work together and get things done.
One of the great things about being on this committee is we actually kind of like each other, Democrats and Republicans, we like to work together.
I am also proud of the committee's work to improve wastewater infrastructure for communities large and small, especially underserved communities that Senator Sullivan and others have talked about.
These types of public health advances are what we should hope every community in America has the opportunity to embrace.
Many disadvantaged communities face significant environmental challenges and have extensive infrastructure needs.