Rick Larsen actually said...

I, too, want to take a brief opportunity to express sadness at the loss of my friend and colleague, Don Payne, Jr.

Investment in the U.S. maritime industry is long overdue.

Without continued Federal support and action, the U.S. risks falling further behind our competitors in a crucial industry.

America's economic competitors are investing in EVs. The United States cannot take a back seat in this race.