"this is a very cumbersome, very difficult-to-implement system, and a lot of people are unaware..."
"We urge Congress to act swiftly to provide communities the tools and resources they need to modernize their infrastructure."
"The pivot to working from home--largely considered a success--may profoundly alter the work-life dynamic in favor of American workers."
"The losses we have incurred over the past 14 months are extraordinarily painful."
"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."
"In conclusion, we urge you to pursue upgrades to the nation's existing rail infrastructure, including high-speed rail, in lieu of the SCMAGLEV."
"It is time to implement a high-performance rail network in America."
"The ability to create a multi-state passenger rail commission would undoubtedly help to make this proposal a reality."