Lizzie Fletcher: “Thank you, Mr. Chairman, and thanks to Chairman Latta and Ranking Member Matsui for convening today's hearing.”

It is crucial that we utilize the full expertise and resources of the Corps to complete this study before our next Water Resources Development Act in 2026.

Starting this process now will ensure that our Federal investments are proactive and timely.

I hope my colleagues will join me in voting for the motion to recommit.

This project widens and deepens the Houston Ship Channel, promoting global trade at the busiest port in the country by total tonnage.