Rick Larsen: “I also want to commend you, Chairman Nehls, on setting a date for a rail safety hearing.”

I will also take this time to recognize Republican Staff Director of T&I, Jack Ruddy, who is leaving at the end of the week, after more than 6 years of work on the committee and, of course, an additional 9 years directly with the chair…

If we want to support mitigation efforts that offer the greatest return on investment, it is common sense to provide communities with the resources they need to adopt the latest codes.

This event was terrifying to all those on board, but thanks to the calm and professional action of Alaska's flight crew, everyone returned to the ground safely.

Thank you, Chairman Webster, for calling this hearing on a topic of great importance: icebreaking capabilities.