"If we wish to remain, Mr. Chairman, an economic leader, and grow for the future, we are also going to have to be proactive and direct significant investments toward expanding and modernizing our Nation's infrastructure."
"But you won't just see the examples, you'll hear about them too."
"Expanding public transit options gives my constituents the chance to move out to areas that may have more affordable housing."
"America has a long history of building some of the most impressive infrastructure systems in the world and investing in these vital networks is part of what makes this country exceptional."
"I commit to helping this committee and this Congress to pass this bipartisan infrastructure package."
"This issue, as you have articulated so effectively, Mr. Chairman, is of major importance to all of America."
"This bipartisan bill would require the OMB to use data it already has to produce an annual report quantifying the disaster-related assistance provided by the federal government each year."
"Providing continued federal support for transportation options is critical to the continued success of urban areas."
"How can you count on an ambulance making it to you in time to save your life during an emergency if the road to your home is undrivable?"
"Congress must develop a forward-thinking surface transportation bill that has real money behind it."
"Everyone can see that roads, railways, bridges, airports, seaports, sewers, and water systems across the country are in desperate need of repair."