There is no place in the FAA or the Federal Government for retaliation for people who come forward with legitimate information.
When I was Ranking Member of this committee, we collected investigative information for 57 whistleblowers.
Well, thank you for those kind words, Madam Chair, and yes, it did take an all-out effort on both ends of the dais by many, many members.
I take this very seriously. This is a lot of information concerning really abuse of whistleblowers.
I spoke from my heart on the Senate floor several days ago after Senator Blunt's farewell address.
But in 5 minutes, we are going to turn the light out.
He will also discuss steps that industry is taking to respond to concerns, such as the ones the Chairman mentioned.
One, it is not attainable. Nor should it be. It would absolutely cripple supply chains and economic progress in the United States.
I appreciate our witnesses for joining us this morning to discuss this important topic.