I am very concerned, sir, about the reentry programs and the opportunities for returning citizens...

I want to lend my voice and my support to the millions of American workers joining together and unionizing to fight for higher wages and better working conditions.

Which of these initiatives are you talking about that have just been sort of implemented in the last year and a half?

In my opinion and many, the President is being unfairly blamed for inflation.

It seems inexcusable to me that OSHA has yet to finalize a rule to protect these healthcare workers.

There is no better way to strengthen the middle class than to ensure that workers have a seat at the table, which is why I strongly support the PRO Act.

The funds were critical to making sure thousands and thousands of seniors around our country did not go to sleep hungry.

I am very concerned about NIH and the investment that is made in diversity and inclusion.

We have to also address preventable injuries to keep seniors safe and healthy.

Those most vulnerable, historically underserved experience abuse at disproportionate rates.

I introduced a bill called the SHADE Act, which would have put $50 million over a 5-year--for a 5-or-so-year period.

I am glad that it is President Biden in the White House right now and I am very glad that you are the Secretary of Transportation.

I want to talk to you a little bit about this whole issue of reconnecting neighborhoods.

So, Mr. Chairman, I think this is wonderful. And I represent the capital of the State of New Jersey, the very historic city of Trenton.

I know that this is a problem, and I know that it disproportionately impacts Black and Brown communities on so many levels and the economically depressed.

Thank you, Mr. Chairman. Mr. Secretary, you know how excited I am about the Portal Bridge...

I think that is so vitally important.

We are very much interested in being a partner here.