Thank you Senator Breaux and Senator Landrieu for bringing this proposal to our attention. Although we continue to face a significant challenge in providing funding for the complete range of national transportation needs, I will work with you and other Senators as this bill progresses to provide funding for those critical areas in which we can gain the greatest value for our public investment.
Discussing funding for national transportation needs during Senate floor debate.
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