Press Releases
Ranking Member Larsen Floor Statement on FAA Extension
May 08, 2024Washington, D.C.—The following are floor remarks, as prepared for delivery, from Ranking Member of the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure Rick Larsen (D-WA) on House passage of H.R. 8289, the Airport and Airway Extension Act of 2024, Part II, to extend the authorization of the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA):I rise in support of H.R. 8289, which extends the authorization of the FAA and its related authorities for one week, to give the Senate the time it needs to wrap up … Continue Reading
MEDIA ADVISORY: T&I Democrats and Safety Advocates to Host Press Conference on Ending Traffic Fatalities
May 08, 2024Washington, D.C.—Wednesday, May 15, Ranking Member of the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure Rick Larsen (D-WA), Members of Congress, and transportation safety advocates will host a press conference during Infrastructure Week on ending traffic fatalities. In 2023, more than 44,000 people died from traffic crashes in the United States, representing a public safety epidemic. Members of Congress will join family members of victims to call for more investments, building on the … Continue Reading
What They Are Saying: Wide Array of Aviation Leaders Support Bipartisan, Bicameral FAA Reauthorization Act of 2024
May 08, 2024Washington, D.C. - Last week, leaders of the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee and the Senate Commerce, Science, and Transportation Committee announced an agreement on a comprehensive, bipartisan, bicameral bill to reauthorize the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) for five years, and numerous aviation industry leaders and stakeholders have since expressed their support for the agreement. The FAA Reauthorization Act of 2024 includes many provisions from similar FAA … Continue Reading
Ranking Members Larsen, Wilson Statements from Hearing on PHMSA Reauthorization
May 07, 2024Washington, D.C. — The following are opening remarks, as prepared for delivery, from Ranking Member of the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure Rick Larsen (D-WA) and Ranking Member of the Subcommittee on Railroads, Pipelines, and Hazardous Materials Frederica Wilson (D-FL), during today’s hearing, titled, “Ensuring Safety and Reliability: Examining the Reauthorization Needs of the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration.”Video of Larsen’s and Wilson’s opening … Continue Reading
Ranking Members Larsen and Titus Statements from Hearing on FEMA’s Resilience Programs
May 01, 2024Washington, D.C.—The following are opening remarks from Ranking Member of the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure Rick Larsen (D-WA) and Ranking Member of the Subcommittee on Economic Development, Public Buildings, and Emergency Management Dina Titus (D-NV) during today’s hearing titled, “Disaster Mitigation: Reviewing the Effectiveness and Costs of FEMA’s Resilience Programs.”Video of Larsen’s and Titus’ opening statements are here and here.More information on the hearing can … Continue Reading
Ranking Members Larsen, Carbajal Statements from Hearing on FY25 Maritime Budget Requests
April 30, 2024Washington, D.C. — The following are opening remarks, as prepared for delivery, from Ranking Member of the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure Rick Larsen (D-WA) and Ranking Member of the Subcommittee on Coast Guard and Maritime Transportation Salud Carbajal (D-CA) during today’s hearing titled, “Review of Fiscal Year 2025 Maritime Transportation Budget Requests, Pt. 1: Maritime Administration and Federal Maritime Commission.”Video of Ranking Members Larsen’s and Carbajal’s … Continue Reading
Ranking Members Larsen, Norton Statements from Hearing on EV Infrastructure Investments
April 30, 2024Washington, D.C.—The following are opening remarks, as prepared for delivery, from Ranking Member of the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure Rick Larsen (D-WA) and Ranking Member of the Subcommittee on Highways and Transit Eleanor Holmes Norton (D-DC) during today’s hearing titled, “It’s Electric: A Review of Fleet Electrification Efforts.”Video of Ranking Member Larsen’s and Norton’s opening statements are here and here.More information on the hearing can be … Continue Reading
House & Senate Committee Leaders Reach Agreement on Bicameral FAA Reauthorization
April 29, 2024Washington, D.C. - House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee Chairman Sam Graves (R-MO); Senate Commerce, Science, and Transportation Committee Chair Maria Cantwell (D-WA); House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee Ranking Member Rick Larsen (D-WA); and Senate Commerce, Science, and Transportation Committee Ranking Member Ted Cruz (D-TX) released the following joint statement upon reaching agreement on a final bipartisan, bicameral bill to reauthorize the Federal Aviation … Continue Reading
Ranking Member Larsen Applauds BNSF Railway’s Initial Commitment to FRA Confidential Close Call Reporting System
April 26, 2024WASHINGTON, DC— Today, Ranking Member of the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure Rick Larsen (D-WA) applauded the announcement that BNSF Railway and the American Train Dispatchers Association (ADTA) will partner for a year to participate in the Federal Railroad Administration’s (FRA) Confidential Close Call Reporting System, which allows railroad employees to report unsafe events and conditions without fear of discipline or FRA enforcement. BNSF is now the second Class I … Continue Reading
Ranking Members Larsen, Cohen Applaud Biden Administration for Strengthening Protections for Airline Passengers
April 24, 2024Washington, D.C. — Today, Ranking Member of the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure Rick Larsen (D-WA) and Ranking Member of the Subcommittee on Aviation Steve Cohen (D-TN) provided the following statements after the U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT) issued a final rule requiring that airlines issue passengers a prompt automatic cash refund for canceled and significantly delayed flights.“Airline passengers deserve compensation for cancelled or significantly delayed … Continue Reading
Ranking Member Larsen Mourns the Loss of Representative Donald M. Payne, Jr.
April 24, 2024Everett, WA—Today, Ranking Member of the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure Rick Larsen (D-WA) issued the following statement mourning the loss of Representative Donald M. Payne, Jr. (D-NJ), who served as the Ranking Member of the Subcommittee on Railroads, Pipelines, and Hazardous Materials:“I am deeply saddened by the loss of my colleague and friend, Donald M. Payne, Jr. His dedication and work helped advance key legislation, including the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law and … Continue Reading
Ranking Member Larsen Applauds Funding to Reduce Port Emissions, Thanks to the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law
April 24, 2024Washington, D.C. - Today, Ranking Member of the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure Rick Larsen (D-WA) released the following statement after the U.S. Department of Transportation announced $148.6 million for 16 projects through the Reduction of Truck Emissions at Port Facilities (RTEPF) grant program, which provides funding to reduce truck idling and emissions at ports and port electrification.“By reducing truck emissions, today’s funding will reduce pollution at ports and … Continue Reading
Ranking Members Larsen, Napolitano Applaud EPA Announcement on “Forever Chemicals"
April 19, 2024Washington, D.C. - Today, Ranking Member of the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure Rick Larsen (D-WA) and Ranking Member of the Subcommittee on Water Resources and Environment Grace F. Napolitano (D-CA) issued the following statements after the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced it would designate PFAS and PFOA (known as “forever chemicals”) as hazardous substances under the Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act (CERCLA). By … Continue Reading
Ranking Members Larsen, Foushee Statements from Hearing on Commuter Rail Industry
April 17, 2024Washington, D.C. — The following are opening remarks, as prepared for delivery, from Ranking Member of the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure Rick Larsen (D-WA) and Vice Ranking Member of the Subcommittee on Railroads, Pipelines, and Hazardous Materials Valerie Foushee (D-NC), during today’s hearing, titled, “Getting to Work: Examining Challenges and Solutions in the Commuter Rail Industry.”Video of Larsen’s and Foushee’s opening statements can be found here and here.More … Continue Reading
Ranking Member Larsen Statement from Roundtable on Artificial Intelligence in Transportation
April 16, 2024Washington, D.C.—The following are opening remarks, as prepared for delivery, from Ranking Member of the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure Rick Larsen (D-WA) during today’s roundtable titled, “Artificial Intelligence in Transportation.” More information on the hearing can be found here. Ranking Member Larsen:Thank you, Chairman Graves, for holding this roundtable on artificial intelligence in transportation. The roundtable is an opportunity for Members to learn about the … Continue Reading
Ranking Member Larsen Applauds Funding to Help Under-Served Communities Advance Infrastructure Projects
April 15, 2024WASHINGTON, DC— Today, Ranking Member of the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure Rick Larsen (D-WA) applauded the U.S. Department of Transportation for announcing $23.6 million under the Thriving Communities grant program for entities that help communities to advance transportation projects by providing technical assistance, planning, and capacity building.“All communities deserve access to the investments in the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law,” Ranking Member Larsen said. … Continue Reading
Ranking Member Larsen Applauds $148.3 Million for 70 Airports Thanks to Bipartisan Infrastructure Law
April 10, 2024Washington, D.C. — Today, Ranking Member of the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure Rick Larsen (D-WA) issued the following statement after the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) announced $148.3 million in Airport Infrastructure Grant projects for 70 airports, thanks to the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law. “These investments will help ensure that airports across the country will be able to facilitate the movement of passengers and goods safely and efficiently for decades to … Continue Reading
Ranking Members Larsen and Titus Statements from Hearing on FBI’s Real Estate Needs
April 10, 2024Washington, D.C.—The following are opening remarks from Ranking Member of the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure Rick Larsen (D-WA) and Ranking Member of the Subcommittee on Economic Development, Public Buildings, and Emergency Management Dina Titus (D-NV) during today’s hearing titled, “From Headquarters Building to Field Offices: Examining the FBI’s Real Estate Needs and Strategy.” Video of Larsen’s and Titus’ opening statements are here and here. More information on the … Continue Reading
Ranking Members Larsen and Norton Applaud Bipartisan Infrastructure Law Funding for Road Infrastructure Resilience
April 10, 2024WASHINGTON, DC— Today, Ranking Member of the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure Rick Larsen (D-WA) and Ranking Member of the Subcommittee on Highways and Transit Eleanor Holmes Norton (D-DC) applauded the U.S. Department of Transportation for announcing $846 million for 81 projects under the Promoting Resilient Operations for Transformative, Efficient, and Cost-Saving Transportation (PROTECT) grant program. “Climate change is disrupting communities across the country and the … Continue Reading
Ranking Members Larsen and Payne, Jr. Applaud Investments in Pipeline Safety, Thanks to the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law
April 04, 2024WASHINGTON, DC—Today, Ranking Member of the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure Rick Larsen (D-WA) and Ranking Member of the Subcommittee on Railroads, Pipelines, and Hazardous Materials Donald M. Payne, Jr. (D-NJ) applauded the announcement of the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration’s (PHMSA) Natural Gas Distribution Infrastructure Safety and Modernization grant awards, which provides 130 projects in 26 states with $392 million to repair, rehabilitate, or … Continue Reading