@lloydaustin· Democratic · DC· May 10, 2023
You lose time, Chairman, under CRs and you can't--no amount of money can buy back time.
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@lloydaustin· Democratic · DC· May 10, 2023
The best way that the Congress can support us in our efforts to execute our strategy is an on-time appropriations.
@lloydaustin· Democratic · DC· May 10, 2023
I think it's critical, Senator. Thanks for bringing this topic up.
@lloydaustin· Democratic · DC· May 10, 2023
I look forward to working with all of you so that we can continue to defend our democracy and support the forces of freedom in this hour of challenge.
@lloydaustin· Democratic · DC· May 10, 2023
The single most effective way that this committee can support the department and our outstanding troops is with an on-time full year appropriation.
@eleanorholmesnorton· Democratic · DC· May 9, 2023
We understand the challenges that your committee faces to streamline the freight delivery model in this country.
@eleanorholmesnorton· Democratic · DC· May 9, 2023
The Autonomous Vehicle Industry Association (``AVIA'') writes to thank you for holding the May 10th hearing entitled Freight Forward: Overcoming Supply Chain Challenges to Deliver for America.
@eleanorholmesnorton· Democratic · DC· May 9, 2023
The solution resides in a simple technical correction to this section that provides clarity and assurance...
@eleanorholmesnorton· Democratic · DC· May 9, 2023
Finally, safety is our highest priority--safety for truckdrivers, and safety for everyone who shares the road with them.
@eleanorholmesnorton· Democratic · DC· May 9, 2023
Driver compensation is also at the heart of our discussions here today. Better wages will help the industry attract and retain its workers.
@eleanorholmesnorton· Democratic · DC· May 9, 2023
I have long supported strong entry-level driver training standards so that we ensure truckers are fully prepared to safely operate their vehicles and deliver their freight.
@eleanorholmesnorton· Democratic · DC· May 9, 2023
Supporting our workers through family-wage jobs, better working conditions, predictable and safe parking places, and lifesaving safety equipment ensures how freight moves.
@eleanorholmesnorton· Democratic · DC· May 9, 2023
The Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act made major investments in our freight network.
@eleanorholmesnorton· Democratic · DC· May 9, 2023
Our committee has already passed several pieces of legislation to address the supply chain challenges caused by the pandemic.
@eleanorholmesnorton· Democratic · DC· May 9, 2023
The COVID-19 pandemic disrupted global supply chains and highlighted longstanding challenges facing the trucking industry.
@eleanorholmesnorton· Democratic · DC· May 9, 2023
Trucks move 73 percent of all domestic freight by value, totaling 12.6 billion tons of freight in 2020.
@eleanorholmesnorton· Democratic · DC· May 9, 2023
It is hard to fathom where our country would be without the trucking workforce.
@alejandromayorkas· Democratic · DC· May 7, 2023
I think it's -- it's under investigation.