"Even in Charlotte-Mecklenburg, and particularly in low-income areas of my district, we have broadband deserts which don't have access to quality high-speed internet."
"Thank you, Mr. Chair, and I appreciate the opportunity to participate in this hearing today."
"We are now the 15th largest city in the country."
"Thank you to Chairman DeFazio, to Ranking Member Graves, and to the distinguished members of this committee for the opportunity to be with you today."
"I want to applaud you, Chairman DeFazio, for your work last Congress to dramatically increase the CIG program's authorized level of funding."
"I want to strongly encourage you to increase the authorized funding for the Capital Investment Grant program."
"And that is why our Charlotte Area Transit System, CATS, boldly invested to create our State and region's first light rail transit back in 2007."
"At its core, the FAA must prioritize airplane noise."
"In closing, Mr. Chair, I want to thank you and the committee again for the opportunity to advocate for my constituents."
"Unfortunately, our transportation infrastructure has not kept pace with our rapid growth."
"I think that when it comes to law enforcement, there is absolutely a role that they play, an important role, in keeping us all safe from domestic and sexual violence, but it's everyone's issue."