Jim Langevin

I just joined the hearing. I was in the House Armed Services Committee mark-up, so just joined, and I will hold on questions for now.

That kind of coordination is very important. It really needs to be seamless.

We strongly support the Air Carrier Access Amendments Act (ACAAA), H.R. 1696, which was introduced by Rep. Jim Langevin (D-RI).

Mobility and handling: That complex process, explained earlier by Congressman Langevin, is also a focus area of improvement.

PVA urges Congress to make systemic improvements in air travel in the next FAA reauthorization by including the Air Carrier Access Amendments Act, which was introduced by Representative Langevin.

For me, accessible air travel is a must. In fact, I can confidently say that without it, I would not be able to do my job effectively.

As a person living with a disability, this issue is deeply personal to me.

Overall, we must work to break down all barriers in our society so that people with disabilities can live more full and independent lives.

I have been working to improve air travel accessibility throughout my time in Congress.

I think we can all agree that the status quo is unacceptable.

For me, accessible air travel is a must, because without it, I would not be able to do my job effectively.

This issue is deeply personal for me, as you can imagine. I have been a wheelchair user ever since 1980.

I want to thank you for your leadership of this committee but, in particular, your support and attention to people with disabilities.

I want to give a special thank you to Representative Langevin for your testimony today, for being here, and for sharing your personal experiences with travel to help improve legislation to ensure that the experience is improved for all…

President Biden acknowledged that the United States lacks a comprehensive way to establish mandatory minimum cybersecurity requirements.

It has been a pleasure serving with everyone and I will miss the work and the people.

The best disinfectant really to combat antisemitism is sunlight and accountability.

The subcommittee will come to order.

Yeah. Absolutely critical going forward.

I also believe China is watching and getting the message as well that you shouldn't be messing with us.

We are seeing a version of integrated deterrence every day in the way Russia is being bogged down in Ukraine.

I think they are all important. They all need work, as you know, from our other hearings as well.

I want to know how is the Air Force thinking about other capabilities, like cyber, space, conventional capability, et cetera, when it comes to integrated deterrence.

I thank Ranking Member Banks for his partnership in holding these hearings with us.