Eddie Bernice Johnson: “The availability of these funds is critical to many communities.”

Mr. Speaker, I rise today with great pleasure to pay tribute to the life and legacy of former Speaker of the House James "Jim" Wright, who passed away on Wednesday, May 6, at the age of 92.

It is critically important to make sure that everyone is benefitting from this legislation.

I would just encourage the Secretary and the leadership at DOT to stay focused on ensuring that these funds are getting out to local communities as quickly as possible.

Congresswoman Johnson, thank you for asking and checking in on this issue affecting our workplace.