06/11/2013
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"I will continue to fight for high-speed rail, but it is now time for the program to produce a compelling and rigorous plan to justify that support and future funding."
"I was deeply concerned that the House Republican budget would eliminate funding for the highly competitive TIGER Discretionary Grant program."
"The House proposal goes so far as to eliminate TIGER grants that were already awarded to 75 communities last year."
"I have spoken to the small business owners and residents of this community who told me that bridge is really their lifeline."