America's economic competitors are investing in EVs. The United States cannot take a back seat in this race.

I am heartened to see that the President understands this and included in his budget request a 21 percent increase for the Federal Maritime Commission.

I would like to close by reiterating my strong opposition to H.R. 7526, the D.C. Consumer Vehicle Choice Protection Act, which would repeal the District of Columbia's regulation adopting Advanced Clean Cars 2.

I hope to work with MARAD to ensure all applications are processed in a timely fashion as required by law.

Fleet electrification is not only good for the climate; it is critical to enhancing the nation's economic competitiveness.

Now is the time to strengthen and support that industry.

Sexual assault and harassment have no place in society. Every mariner deserves to be respected and deserves to feel safe out at sea.

I am disappointed that the President's budget includes a 35 percent cut in funding for the Port Infrastructure Development Program.

Infrastructure investments in seaports provide opportunities to bolster our economy, strengthen the supply chain, create and sustain jobs and enhance our international competitiveness.

I look forward to hearing from Chairman Maffei today on the status of FMC's efforts.

I am pleased that the President's budget request includes $20 million for the Small Shipyard Grant Program.

Together, these agencies promote the United States maritime industry and protect consumers against unfair shipping practices.

I, too, want to take a brief opportunity to express sadness at the loss of my friend and colleague, Don Payne, Jr.

Without continued Federal support and action, the U.S. risks falling further behind our competitors in a crucial industry.

Investment in the U.S. maritime industry is long overdue.

I thank Senator Warner for his comments. I find it most disturbing that they used TikTok to repeatedly access U.S. user data and track multiple journalists covering the company. Researchers have found that TikTok restricts the information…

I thank Senator Warner for his perspective as chairman of the Intelligence Committee and his hard work. He and I both drafted legislation more than a year ago trying to give our government the tools to deal with this issue. In 2020, India…

pursuant to section 904 of the Congressional Budget Act of 1974 and the waiver provisions of applicable budget resolutions, I move to waive all applicable sections of that act and applicable budget points of order for the purposes of the…