"Reopening the Essential Air Service Program for rural communities could alleviate congestion at major airport hubs."
"The Essential Air Service Program brings with it tremendous economic and quality of life benefits to the residents it serves."
"The FAA has failed to uphold this mission."
"It is time we get to the root of the issue, and demand the FAA finally take control and create consistency within their FSDOs."
"Every American that steps on a plane deserves the peace of mind that there is one level of safety among all US airlines."
"If Federal oversight is going to happen, there needs to be a consistent application of the rules and regulations across the board."
"These changes could prioritize special interests over passengers."
"The noise pollution caused by aircraft and airports, when not addressed, is an unacceptable encroachment on our communities' health, well-being, and safety."
"It is beyond time policymakers here in Washington listen to the American farmers and ranchers who provide food and fiber for our nation and the world."
"Passengers deserve transparency--that is why I joined Ranking Member Cohen and Senators Duckworth and Fischer to introduce the Prioritizing Accessibility and Accountability for Aviation Consumers Act."
"We must keep our commitment to say 'never again,' preventing terrorists from infiltrating the cockpit and using commercial airliners like a guided missile."