History was made with this vote, by two votes, and two votes in the House--that resonates all across this land. It is a wake-up call to all those entrusted with the responsibility of keeping America's infrastructure modernized and safe so we can compete in this one-world market. This is but the first of a series of battles that will be waged on this floor on behalf of America's transportation system. It is my privilege to be a part of that team.
On the recordMay 22, 1997
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Discussing the significance of a recent vote on transportation infrastructure.
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