Bob Filner: “Mr. Chairman, I rise on behalf of the people of California's 50th Congressional District in strong support of BESTEA…”

“Mr. Chairman, I rise on behalf of the people of California's 50th Congressional District in strong support of BESTEA, because BESTEA is best for jobs. My constituents have many interests, but their most important ones can be summarized in three words: Jobs, jobs, jobs. Jobs, so they can support themselves and their families; jobs, so they can raise and educate their kids; jobs, so they can contribute to our community; jobs, so they can enjoy their recreation; and jobs, so they can provide for their retirement. This legislation addresses these concerns in an equitable manner, renews important transportation programs and creates these much-needed jobs. Contrary to all the hype and hysteria, this bill is not a budget buster. It restores the truth in the budgeting process by accessing the Nation's Transportation Trust Funds. As everyone has said before me, this bill will restore the trust the American people place in their trust funds.”