I was particularly frustrated with this spill in Wilmington, which resulted in only a $75,000 fine against Phillips 66.

I believe our Federal agencies need to do more, and I really urge you to continue to act in the name of public safety, first and foremost.

It is unbelievable that this relatively simple rule, which has universal support, is still pending.

I actually would like to see the Federal Maritime Commission look into some of the unilateral actions by the Pacific Maritime Association.

I really feel like something fishy was going on at our ports with the PMA not allowing the workers to load and unload the cargo.

My goal is--in this surface transportation bill, is to create a dedicated freight program.

I do not think any of us can foretell what is going to happen to us, but we know a lot of people were wiped out financially in this country.

The uninsured rate has dipped to the lowest level in over a decade.

In 2010, Congress made history with the passage of the Affordable Care Act. And while this law is not perfect, it has benefitted families across the country.

Again, I think it is important to remember what our health care system was like before Congress passed the Affordable Care Act.

the biggest concern that my small businesses have are not with health care but with the economy.