On the recordApril 1, 2004
I do extend to them my congratulations on coming this far. Mr. Chairman, I do have an amendment at the desk that I believe will enhance this bill and make it a better bill. So many of us who represent airports know the economic benefits airports bring to our communities, but we also, unfortunately, know the environmental damage that airports can cause the surrounding communities. While everyone thinks it is the airplanes themselves which bring elevated levels of pollution and ill health effects to surrounding communities, studies have shown that the more pressing concern is the emissions of shuttle buses, private cars and taxis, tarmac equipment and other vehicles which elevate local pollution levels, causing complaints and health concerns for many of our constituents.
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