Peter DeFazio actually said...

"Investing in high-speed rail is a great way to walk the walk. Investing in rail creates middle-class jobs, which cannot be exported."

"We do think cabotage requirements should apply to passenger rail industry operations, just as they do to commercial aviation."

"We urge significant investments in both the Amtrak and commuter rail improvement programs."

"I look forward to working with my colleagues on this Subcommittee to examine ways in which we can facilitate increased passenger rail opportunities for Americans across the country."