10/28/2009
https://www.congress.gov...
"Our existing transportation system is already being utilized beyond its designed capacity, and this is hurting our economy."
"If the United States does not invest in its transportation infrastructure, we will all be left behind."
"Shutting down or even cutting Amtrak service in the Northeast Corridor would have a severe impact on the national economy."
"We are paying more for gasoline today. Right here in Washington I saw gas at $4.20 a gallon."