It is vitally important that we allow the various investigations and reviews to run their course before we take legislative action.

[i]f the public doesn't feel safe about flying then they won't fly; if they don't fly, airlines don't need to buy airplanes; if they don't need to buy airplanes, then airplanes don't need to be built; and if there is no need to build the…

The best way to honor the lives tragically lost is to make sure that nothing like this ever happens again.

the FAA will return the 737 MAX to service in the United States only when [it] determine[s], based on facts and technical data, that it is safe to do so.

A few weeks ago, Democrats and Republicans engaged in the annual Congressional Soccer Match, and we are taking a very brief amount of time here to announce the outcome of that Congressional Soccer Match. In a few moments, I will recognize…

Congress must find answers to what happened surrounding these two accidents and ensure the safety of the Boeing 737 MAX.

Congress has an obligation to the traveling public, and the victims of these accidents and their families, to ensure the safety of air travel.

Congressional oversight is important, and we commend this Committee for its diligence in investigating the events surrounding the loss of 346 lives.

The committee will continue its thorough investigation until it fully understands all the issues surrounding the 737 MAX accidents.

We recognize the efforts of both Boeing and the FAA for seeking our input and help in reassuring the public.

Therefore, it is very clear that the foundation of the U.S. aviation system is safety.

If the public does not feel safe about flying, then they won't fly.