Pat Ryan
The Public Record
Pat Kevin Ryan is a member of the U.S. House of Representatives, representing New York's 18th congressional district since August 23, 2022. A member of the Democratic Party, Ryan has a background as an Army officer and has engaged in various public service roles prior to his congressional career. His work in Congress has focused on issues such as national security and veterans' affairs, reflecting his military experience.
Now, the law governing how you must respond to congressional inquiries requires you to tell not only the truth, but to tell the whole truth. You, quote, 'cannot conceal or cover up by any trick, scheme, or device a material fact.'
The IRS was doing this because they were concerned about political activities by nonprofits.
The Tax Code is a mess. You shouldn't need an army of lawyers and accountants to understand our Tax Code.
I heard from too many witnesses about how congestion is costing families and businesses time and money.
It is our jobs, as elected representatives, to find solutions for these problems.
this Budget Committee is about, and which is why I think the work on this Committee is the most important, work being done in Congress right now
The National Association of Manufacturers (NAM) believes increased funding for the nation's transportation infrastructure is a critical priority which will help keep manufacturing competitive and grow the nation's economy.
Infrastructure is very important and vital to our economy. And government plays a vital role in our public infrastructure: our highways, our roads, our bridges.
the public does not understand why our budget has increased so much, and yet we are struggling to find infrastructure money
Thank you for holding this hearing on the 'State of the Highway Trust Fund: Long-term Solutions for Solvency.'
The trust fund needs new resources and revenue. Every option needs to be on the table.
The Highway Trust Fund is yet again going broke. This problem has been building for years.
On behalf of the membership of the National Stone, Sand & Gravel Association, thank you for holding the hearing titled State of the Highway Trust Fund: Long-Term Solutions for Solvency.
if we are going to be competitive worldwide, we have got to invest in infrastructure
I agree that spending on infrastructure is not spending, per se, it is an investment
Congress must soon begin to secure the financial health of the main funding mechanism for the nation's highway and transit systems.
Their budget calls for a $1.1 trillion tax hike to pay for nearly $1 trillion in new spending.
Do you not think that difference is discriminatory? Do you not think that puts them at a competitive disadvantage?





