09/17/2019
https://congress.gov...
"I appreciate your calling attention to the importance of this Nation's maritime transportation network."
"Good, because it affects the Nation, not just our western port."
"Our historic investments in commercial harbors, inland waterways, and port infrastructure have been critical to the economic health and prosperity of our communities, our States, and our Nation."
"The Federal maritime programs we are discussing today are in place to provide efficient and effective transportation of goods and people--especially important in my area."