"Rural communities have unique mobility needs. Residents in rural counties are aging."
"Our Tribes deserve safe roads that their families can enjoy, and roads that can safely transport goods across our State."
"A key part of realizing equity in transportation systems is ensuring smaller communities can succeed in accessing funding."
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"You mentioned a challenge, or maybe you didn't see it as a challenge, but the service you provide for folks who are disabled or homebound."
"We thank Representative Larsen for that."
"Rural communities play a crucial role in our economy."
"The Bipartisan Infrastructure Law is helping rural communities respond to these challenges."
"Transit allows them to save money. And these are the people that work, for instance, at Walmart."
"Today's hearing focuses on rural transportation and the unique experience, needs, and challenges of rural communities that our infrastructure investments must address."
"These realities highlight the quality of life, economic development, safety, and mobility benefits we can achieve through investments in rural areas."