we have to continue to explore these incidents and continue to bolster the support that this committee gives to the homeland and institutions here in this country

Aviation noise is in populated areas. The problem can seem like an unavoidable one, given airplane flightpaths to airports.

The FAA is making progress in the implementation of NextGen, which would upgrade the Nation's air traffic control systems.

As a former union president myself, I can tell you, when you have layoffs in an industry, that is a red flag to anyone who is looking to begin a career in that industry, because it signals instability.

NSSGA strongly supports the funding of the STB to ensure it can properly and effectively carry out its statutory duties.

I also want to thank Chairman Payne for introducing a stand-alone bill, H.R. 2937, the Rail Passenger Fairness Act.

As I said in my oral remarks during the hearing, there are no new pending rate cases before the Board.

Can you describe the significance of the proceeding pending before the STB to restore Amtrak's Gulf Coast service?

Shippers rely on the STB to resolve disputes with railroads, and it is critically important that STB has the tools necessary to keep cargo moving.

Thank you for holding today's hearing regarding 'Stakeholder Views on Surface Transportation Board Reauthorization.'

I have made it a priority of my Chairmanship of this subcommittee to remove barriers that minority and women-owned businesses face in the rail sector.

As we approach the reauthorization of the Surface Transportation Board, today is an opportunity to hear from stakeholders...