I do want to recognize the efforts of Deputy Administrator Amit Bose who, since his appointment, has been very aggressive in facilitating meetings between the private sector and quasi-public railroad trade associations and representatives of minority businesses groups.
Payne acknowledges Amit Bose's efforts to connect minority businesses with opportunities.
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