Tom Latham: “If our goal is to put Americans to work, no better way to do it than with the transportation bill.”

I reserve a point of order on the gentleman's amendment. The Acting CHAIR. A point of order is reserved. The gentleman from California is recognized for 5 minutes.

The purpose of the amendment is to provide funding for Navy operations that might be affected by new and existing wind turbines. Upgrades to air traffic control to address Navy requirements resulting from the construction of wind farms are…

I am in opposition to the gentleman's amendment. As you know, one of the very important functions of this committee is oversight--ensuring agencies under our purview are effectively and efficiently managed. The bill provides the Amtrak OIG…

I object. The Acting CHAIR. Objection is heard. The Clerk will read. The Clerk continued to read. The Acting CHAIR. The gentleman from Oregon is recognized for 5 minutes. {time} 2200 Mr. DeFAZIO. Mr. Chairman, these limitation amendments…