Peter DeFazio actually said...

A Tribal Transportation Self-Governance Program will streamline delivery of Federal funds to tribes while easing administrative burdens.

The death rate on Indian lands in terms of pedestrians and driving accidents is horrible, and the state of the infrastructure is abysmal.

We have massive deficits on our Federal lands. The Forest Service has reported a $3.6 billion backlog; the Park Service, $6 billion.

Thank you, Chairman Lipinski and Ranking Member Crawford, for calling today's hearing to look at issues surrounding grade crossing safety.