Grace Napolitano actually said...

"We urge Congress to provide the funds necessary to maintain and upgrade crucial infrastructure projects."

"There is no question about the value of ports and harbors to our country and our economy."

"The case for Federal investment is simple: We must use what we collect to maintain our ports to ensure and maintain America's global competitiveness."

"Practical and pragmatic efforts will help ensure that we reclaim the infrastructure advantage we once had."