Political Quotes

“I, too, want to thank my colleague, Ms. Hahn, for her work on the Huizenga-Hahn amendment. It has been a pleasure to work with her over a few years as we have gone to battle over this issue and for this issue; and ultimately, as she pointed out, having a port system that is functional, that is usable, is critical to the economy of our Nation. I, too, want to thank Chairman Simpson for his work and willingness to sit down and work through some issues with us. I pledge to the chairman--and I know Representative Hahn does as well--that, as we are going through this process, we will continue to refine how the harbor maintenance trust fund works, and I look forward to having this amendment be passed. Mr. Chairman, I yield back the balance of my time.”