Political Quotes

“Mr. Chairman, everyone agrees that airport noise is very annoying. Effective regulations that protect our communities from unwarranted noise are very important. However, regulations that impose excessive and costly restrictions that are ineffective at achieving their goals do not help anyone. Why not take a look at these regulations and just consider whether they are working? If they are, then the regulation stays in place and we continue to protect our communities from unwarranted noise. If those regulations are not working, then we repeal them and put in regulations that achieve the goals and reduce costs. There is no reason why we should create special carve-outs from the commission's consideration. For those reasons, Mr. Chairman, I urge my colleagues to oppose this amendment. Mr. Chairman, I reserve the balance of my time.”