Eric Crawford: “We must also balance the needs of passenger rail with the most important needs of our Nation's robust and resilient…”

I have voiced my concerns about this in opposition to this proposal, which demonstrably exceeds the administration's authority.

As I have said many times in this subcommittee, this policy was considered and disposed of during negotiations of the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act.

Two federal courts issued opinions earlier this year finding the rule exceeds the administration's statutory authority.

It is paramount we retain the ability of States to prioritize projects and address their wide-ranging needs.