Eleanor Holmes Norton actually said...

"Cutting Federal support for transit would be catastrophic, not just for transit riders, but for drivers as well."

"Addressing the solvency of the Highway Trust Fund is not an easy task, but it is an essential one."

"For decades, the Highway Trust Fund has provided a predictable and stable funding source for the construction and maintenance of roads, bridges, transit, and bicycle and pedestrian infrastructure."

"The discussion about the financial challenges faced by the Highway Trust Fund is of critical importance."