"The District of Columbia, which I represent, is wholly reliant on the Potomac River for its drinking water."
"Our Nation is experiencing an epidemic of traffic fatalities, including alarming increases in pedestrian and bicyclist fatalities."
"Every Member in this room today, whether they voted for the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act or not, has at least one project funded in their congressional district."
"The influx of $110 billion that the IIJA authorized for highway projects was certainly a monumental step toward improving our nation's roadways and bridges."
"Making that a priority to not only find additional water sources, but to prepare for any type of contingency, would be wise."
"This poses a grave risk, both to the operations of the Federal Government, and, of course, to DC residents."
"The DOT has deviated from the bipartisan agreement reached during the IIJA's negotiation."
"I thank the chair and ranking member for holding this hearing to emphasize the importance of passing a long-term Federal Aviation Administration reauthorization bill soon."
"As the cochair of the Quiet Skies Caucus and the Member who represents the District of Columbia, which is plagued by aviation noise, I would like to use this opportunity to highlight two provisions I ..."
"the Biden-Harris Administration recognizes the need to bolster our domestic supply chains, especially for critical minerals."
"Apprenticeships provide on-the-job learning and experiences that prepare students for well-paying careers."