Eddie Bernice Johnson: “The ideas that our witnesses will share today... have the potential to help reduce American's commute times, reduce…”

Communities of color are disproportionately vulnerable to the impacts of climate change caused by increased greenhouse gas emissions.

Diversity fosters a wider range of ideas and approaches, leading to more innovative solutions and better problem-solving capabilities in the scientific community.

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.

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.