Valerie Foushee actually said...

I am proud to see this historic investment, which will bolster transportation options for North Carolina's residents.

I am hopeful that commuter rail can be part of that solution.

I look forward to working with you, Mr. Chair, and with our committee to ensure that this type of investment continues in the future.

Freight rail is essential to our Nation's economy, but over the last 10 years, freight rail movements declined.