"We strongly support a uniform federal regulatory framework for the nation's freight rail network."
"We urge EPA to carefully consider the feasibility of the CARB rule, as well as its potential impacts on freight shippers."
"If these carriers are unable to continue operations, it could create additional supply chain disruptions."
"At today's hearing, we will discuss the state of commuter passenger rail, with a focus on developing commuter rail to ensure it is safe, efficient, cost effective, and that it meets the demands of the..."
"We must ensure that Federal policies and spending are balanced with a realistic analysis of consumer demand for commuter rail and the best use of taxpayer dollars."
"Technology has now made it possible to work remotely. Many workers have responded by purchasing homes farther from the cities and forgoing their daily work commute."
"I look forward to hearing from today's witnesses about the challenges and opportunities for commuter rail services, as well as best practices to improve service, realize efficiencies, and increase far..."
"private sector providers help lower costs, improved services, and increased ridership."
"We urge you to deny the California Air Resources Board's (CARB) application to exempt its In-Use Locomotive Regulation from the Clean Air Act."
"The overreach of the CARB Regulation is stunning. It would mandate zero-emissions locomotives in some cases by 2030 and across-the-board by 2035, even though the technologies necessary to achieve thes..."
"Allowing the Regulation to move forward would cause enormous and destructive impacts to America's supply chains and economy, and likely increase greenhouse gas emissions."
"Why would we do anything right now to help him with that 33 percent? Do you believe if Joe Biden's approval rating was at 53 percent, we would even be talking about the border?"