Sam Graves: “the appropriations requests are in line with those of the previous administration.”

I helped create two programs, Reconnecting Communities and Neighborhood Access and Equity, to begin redressing some of these harms.

Reclaiming my time, Mr. Speaker, I appreciate very much the gentleman from Oklahoma and his willingness to work with me on that. As he pointed out, we will have ample opportunity in conference to work these issues out. I give the gentleman…

We look forward to continuing to work with you to improve safety on our nation's roadways.

We are here today to discuss discretionary grant programs at the Department of Transportation (DOT) and to hear firsthand from stakeholders about their experiences with the Department's grant processes.