Apr 27, 2009
It just seems to me that taking a little more precaution about someone coming in, because we've seen this spread pretty rapidly when it does get into our country, wouldn't there be something more prudent in between what you're saying…
Kay Bailey Hutchison
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Kay Bailey Hutchison is a former U.S. Senator from Texas, serving from 1993 to 2013. A member of the Republican Party, she was the first woman to represent Texas in the Senate. During her tenure, Hutchison was known for her work on issues such as space exploration, military funding, and education. She played a significant role in advocating for NASA and was a strong supporter of human spaceflight initiatives. Hutchison also served as the chair of the Senate Republican Conference and was involved in various bipartisan efforts throughout her career.
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Apr 27, 2009
I hope that we can come to some conclusions that will not just be another highway authorization bill.
Apr 27, 2009
I think this is the time to start this debate, and I hope that we can come to agreement on what is equitable for all of our states, not just some.
Apr 27, 2009
That is why today I am introducing the Highway Fairness and Reform Act of 2009.
Apr 27, 2009
Our transportation mission should evolve to maintaining and improving this valuable infrastructure.
Apr 27, 2009
Many of those states, including Texas, are forced to bear an unfair burden through the current funding scheme.
Apr 27, 2009
I think it is time for us to start looking at perhaps different ways of dividing this up where you have some high-growth states that are hurting for highway money.
Apr 20, 2009
I hope very much that we will be able to work through getting the NextGen air traffic control system at the Department of Transportation enacted.
Apr 20, 2009
I am very pleased that she is a nominee to be a part of this Administration.
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