Kirsten Gillibrand actually said...

"I can't tell you how grateful I am that you have pulled together this distinguished panel of witnesses to discuss the importance of investing in our Nation's infrastructure and transportation systems."

"We run the risk of doing real damage to our economy if Congress fails to act."

"The Highway Trust Fund is projected to become insolvent by the end of the summer."

"This will hurt every single one of our States and ripple through our whole transportation system."