Peter DeFazio actually said...

"This Congress passed three bills that will grow the economy, strengthen global competitiveness, create good-paying union jobs, can't be sent overseas, and make our communities more resilient."

"It is important that Amtrak continue to receive, in addition to IIJA advance appropriations, annual appropriations at levels that are sufficient to operate all of our existing routes at pre-pandemic s..."

"We saved the aviation industry by keeping the employees paid and in status, not directing money as a bailout to the airlines themselves."

"We want to commend Chair DeFazio and the Committee for their leadership in putting climate change, transportation equity, and neighborhood access at the forefront of congressional action."