Ranking Members Larsen and Carson Statement on Trump Administration Selective Aviation Safety Bonuses
Washington, D.C.—Today, Ranking Member of the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure Rick Larsen (D-WA) and Ranking Member of the House Subcommittee on Aviation André Carson (D-IN) released the following statement after news that the Trump administration will be awarding $10,000 bonuses to just 800 of the more than 17,000 air traffic controllers, aviation safety technicians and inspectors that worked without pay during the government shutdown."Over 17,000 air traffic controllers … Continue Reading
November 20, 2025
Ranking Member Larsen Statement on Reports of Coast Guard Downgrading Swastikas, Nooses and Confederate Flags as Hate Symbols
Washington, D.C.—Ranking Member of the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure Rick Larsen (D-WA) released the following statement after the Washington Post reported that the United States Coast Guard plans to stop classifying the swastika, nooses, Confederate flags and other harmful iconography as a hate symbol.“Lynching is a federal hate crime. The world defeated the Nazis in 1945. The debate on these symbols is over. They symbolize hate,” Ranking Member Larsen said. “Coast … Continue Reading
November 19, 2025
Ranking Members Larsen, Carson Statements on Carson’s Selection as Aviation Subcommittee Ranking Member
Washington, 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 André Carson (D-IN) released the following statement after Rep. Carson was selected to serve as the Ranking Member of the Subcommittee on Aviation.“Congratulations to Representative André Carson for becoming Ranking Member of the Subcommittee on Aviation,” Ranking Member Larsen said. “This well-deserved promotion is a … Continue Reading
November 18, 2025
Committee Leaders Introduce Bill to Protect Air Traffic Control System from Government Shutdowns
Washington, D.C. - Transportation and Infrastructure Committee Chairman Sam Graves (R-MO), Transportation and Infrastructure Committee Ranking Member Rick Larsen (D-WA), Aviation Subcommittee Chairman Troy E. Nehls (R-TX), and Rep. Andre Carson (D-IN) today introduced bipartisan legislation to ensure that, during any future government shutdowns, the U.S. National Airspace System and those responsible for its safe, efficient operation are protected from any lapses in federal funding. The … Continue Reading
November 18, 2025
Ranking Members Larsen, Titus Statements on Record Amtrak Ridership and Revenue
Washington, D.C.—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 Material Dina Titus (D-NV) released the following statements after Amtrak announced record ridership and revenue in Fiscal Year 2025 (FY25).“Americans love Amtrak,” Ranking Member Larsen said. “That’s why we included guaranteed rail funding in the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law—including for the … Continue Reading
November 18, 2025
Ranking Members Larsen and Velázquez, and 88 House Democrats Urge Secretary Duffy to Protect Small Businesses
Washington, D.C. — Ranking Member of the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure Rick Larsen (D-WA) and Ranking Member of the House Committee on Small Business Nydia Velázquez led 88 House Democrats in urging Secretary Duffy to preserve the Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) program that impacts over 50,000 small businesses in every state of the union.“We write to express our strong support for the U.S. Department of Transportation’s Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) … Continue Reading
November 17, 2025
Ranking Members Larsen, Wilson Statement on the Trump Administration’s Latest Attack on Clean Water
Washington, 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 Frederica Wilson (D-FL) released the following joint statement in response to the notice of proposed rulemaking to weaken Clean Water Act protections.“Americans overwhelmingly support the Clean Water Act—one of the most successful pieces of environmental legislation in history. Congress should hold … Continue Reading
November 14, 2025
Ranking Member Larsen, T&I Democrats Request Information on Unprecedented Flight Capacity Reduction During Government Shutdown
Washington, D.C. — Ranking Member of the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure Rick Larsen (D-WA) and 26 Democratic members of the T&I Committee today wrote to Federal Aviation Administrator Bryan Bedford and Department of Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy requesting additional information about the dramatic and unprecedented decision to reduce airline flight capacity by up to 10 percent at 40 high traffic airports across the country.“The safety of U.S. airspace should … Continue Reading
November 12, 2025
Ranking Member Larsen Statement on the End of the Republican Shutdown
Washington, D.C. — Today, Ranking Member of the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure Rick Larsen (D-WA) released the following statement on the end of the Republican shutdown.“Now that the shutdown is ending, it is time to ensure air traffic controllers, aviation safety inspectors, TSA workers and all federal employees get the backpay they deserve as soon as possible,” Ranking Member Larsen said. “The President’s attack on air traffic controllers’ patriotism this week was … Continue Reading
November 10, 2025
Ranking Member Larsen Statement on President Trump’s Attack on Air Traffic Controllers
Washington D.C.—Today, Ranking Member of the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure Rick Larsen (D-WA) released the following statement regarding President Trump's attack on air traffic controllers. “This is nuts! The women and men working long hours in air traffic control towers to keep the aviation system running deserve our thanks and appreciation, not unhinged attacks on their patriotism,” Ranking Member Larsen said. “I support air traffic controllers and their work and call … Continue Reading
November 05, 2025
Ranking Member Larsen Statement on Trump Administration Cancelling Thousands of Flights
Washington D.C.—Today, Ranking Member of the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure Rick Larsen (D-WA) released the following statement on the Trump administration’s unprecedented decision to cancel 10% of flights at 40 airports across America.“The women and men who climb into air traffic control towers to keep the flying public safe had their jobs become even more stressful last week when they missed their first full paycheck,” Ranking Member Larsen said. “Now, shutting down … Continue Reading
October 31, 2025
Ranking Members Larsen and Wilson, T&I Democrats Oppose Political Cuts in Letter to USACE
Washington, D.C.—Ranking Member of the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure Rick Larsen (D-WA), Ranking Member of the Subcommittee on Water Resources and Environment Frederica Wilson (D-FL) and every Democratic member of the T&I Committee wrote to officials at the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) after the Trump Administration announced it would cut $11 billion in USACE projects to create jobs and improve infrastructure across 12 Democratic states.“This Administration’s … Continue Reading
October 30, 2025
Ranking Member Larsen Statement on Trump Administration’s Aviation Roundtable
Washington, D.C.—Today, Ranking Member of the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure Rick Larsen (D-WA) released the following statement after the conclusion of the Trump administration’s air traffic control roundtable.“Democrats support air traffic controllers and aviation safety technicians and the important role they play in safeguarding our skies. Unfortunately, these critical workers missed a paycheck earlier this week because Republicans refuse to fix the healthcare crisis … Continue Reading
October 28, 2025
Ranking Member Larsen and Rep. Carson Statements on Air Traffic Controllers Missing First Full Paycheck
Washington, D.C.—Today, Ranking Member of the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure Rick Larsen (D-WA) and Representative Andre Carson (D-IN) released the following statements as air traffic controllers missed their first full paycheck due to the Republican shutdown.“Thank you to our steadfast and invaluable air traffic controllers whose already difficult job became more stressful today when they missed their first full paycheck due to the Republican shutdown,” Ranking Member … Continue Reading
October 24, 2025
Ranking Member Larsen and Rep. Carson Statements on Air Traffic Controllers Receiving Notice of No Pay
Washington, D.C.—Today, Ranking Member of the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure Rick Larsen (D-WA) and Representative Andre Carson (D-IN) released the following statements as air traffic controllers began receiving notice of their first missed full paycheck because of the Republican shutdown.“Air traffic controllers do invaluable work to keep travelers safe, and the notice of their first missed full paycheck needlessly adds more stress to an already difficult job,” Ranking … Continue Reading
October 23, 2025
Ranking Member Larsen Statement on Republicans’ Hail Mary Shutdown Spin
Washington, D.C.—Today, Ranking Member of the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure Rick Larsen (D-WA) released the following statement after U.S. Department of Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy and House Republican leadership tried blaming Democrats for the Republican healthcare crisis and ensuing government shutdown.“Thank you to the thousands of air traffic controllers across the nation who are continuing to do their jobs and keep the traveling public safe,” Ranking Member … Continue Reading
October 17, 2025
Ranking Member Larsen Statement on Trump Administration Attacks on USACE Funding to Distract from Republican Healthcare Crisis
Washington, D.C.—Ranking Member of the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure Rick Larsen (D-WA) released the following statement after news that the Office of Management and Budget Director Russ Vought and the Trump administration is halting over $11 billion in U.S. Army Corps of Engineers grants across 12 states led by mostly Democratic Governors.“Instead of halting projects that create good-paying jobs at ports and grow the economy, the Trump Administration needs to stop … Continue Reading
October 17, 2025
Ranking Member Larsen Statement on Noem Purchasing Luxury Jets While Some Coast Guard Personnel Miss Paychecks
Washington, D.C.—Ranking Member of the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure Rick Larsen (D-WA) released the following statement after receiving notice that Department of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem and the U.S. Coast Guard authorized $200 million for two new planes in the middle of a government shutdown.“While members of the Coast Guard are focused on keeping our seas safe even though many are not getting paid, Secretary Kristi Noem wants to buy hundred million … Continue Reading
October 16, 2025
Ranking Member Larsen Praises Coast Guard for the Success of Operation Pacific Viper
Washington, D.C.—Ranking Member of the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure Rick Larsen (D-WA) released the following statement following the U.S. Coast Guard’s announcement of the overwhelming success of Operation Pacific Viper."The United States Coast Guard recently announced that, since August, they seized over 100,000 pounds of cocaine in the Eastern Pacific Ocean—while busting drug dealers and gathering invaluable evidence that can be used to dismantle trafficking … Continue Reading
October 14, 2025
Democratic Ranking Members to FEMA Head and DHS Inspector General: Stop Retaliation Against FEMA Whistleblowers
Washington, D.C—Today, House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure Ranking Member Rick Larsen (D-WA), Subcommittee on Public Buildings, Economic Development and Emergency Management Ranking Member Greg Stanton (D-AZ), House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform Ranking Member Robert Garcia (D-CA) and House Committee on Homeland Security Ranking Member Bennie G. Thompson (D-MS) sent follow-up letters to Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Senior Official David Richardson … Continue Reading