Aviation Safety Bill to Address Factors in DCA Crash Released by House Committees’ Bipartisan Leaders
Washington, DC - The comprehensive legislative response to the various aviation safety issues raised by the tragic 2025 midair collision between American Airlines Flight 5342 and a UH-60 Army Black Hawk helicopter at Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) was released today by the bipartisan leaders of the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee and the House Armed Services Committee. The Airspace Location and Enhanced Risk Transparency (ALERT) Act of 2026 addresses all 50 … Continue Reading
February 18, 2026
Democratic Committee Leaders Demand Briefing on El Paso Airspace Chaos
Washington, D.C. —Today, Ranking Member of the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure Rick Larsen (D-WA), Ranking Member of the House Committee on Homeland Security Bennie G. Thompson (D-MS) and Ranking Member of the House Committee on Armed Services Adam Smith (D-WA) sent a letter to Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy, Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem and Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth demanding a classified briefing on the shutdown of public airspace in El Paso stemming … Continue Reading
February 11, 2026
Committee Approves Bills to Support American Job Growth, Save Taxpayers Money, Prevent Water Pollution, and More
Washington, D.C. - Today, the Transportation and Infrastructure Committee approved legislation to promote domestic investment and strengthen U.S. manufacturing by encouraging the reshoring of jobs to America, reduce costs to the taxpayer by identifying alternative financing solutions for public buildings, honor the nation’s police officers who fell in the line of duty, and prevent water pollution. “Today, the Committee approved bipartisan legislation introduced by Congressman Hurd that will … Continue Reading
February 11, 2026
Ranking Members Larsen, Carson Statement on Closure of El Paso Airspace
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 the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) announced the temporary closure of the airspace over El Paso, Texas.“What happened in El Paso last night is unacceptable,” Ranking Members Larsen and Carson said. “While we're not happy with the disruption, we commend the FAA … Continue Reading
February 06, 2026
Joint Statement of House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee and House Armed Services Committee Bipartisan Leaders on NTSB’s Recommendations to Address DCA Crash
Washington, DC - The bipartisan leaders of the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee and the House Armed Services Committee today issued a joint statement regarding the National Transportation Safety Board’s (NTSB) recently approved recommendations to address the January 29, 2025, midair collision at Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA). Joint statement from House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee Chairman Sam Graves (R-MO), House Transportation and … Continue Reading
February 02, 2026
Ranking Members Larsen, Stanton Statement on Kennedy Center Closure
Washington, D.C.—Today, House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure Ranking Member Rick Larsen (D-WA) and Ranking Member of the Subcommittee on Economic Development, Public Buildings and Emergency Management Greg Stanton (D-AZ) released the following statement after President Trump claimed he will be closing the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts for renovations."The Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts is a cherished American institution that doubles as a monument to … Continue Reading
January 29, 2026
Statement from T&I Leaders and Kansas Members on the Anniversary of DCA Midair Collision
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), Aviation Subcommittee Ranking Member André Carson (D-IN), Rep. Tracey Mann (R-KS), and Rep. Sharice Davids (D-KS) issued the following joint statement on the first anniversary of the January 29, 2025, midair collision at Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport between … Continue Reading
January 28, 2026
Ranking Member Larsen Statement on Trump Administration Effort to Stop Nation’s Largest Infrastructure Project
Washington, D.C.—Today, Ranking Member of the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure Rick Larsen (D-WA) released the following statement regarding the Trump administration’s effort to halt the Gateway Hudson Tunnels project in the New York metropolitan area, the largest infrastructure project in the country.“Once again, the Trump administration is attacking the largest infrastructure project in the country—increasing costs for American families and jeopardizing thousands of jobs … Continue Reading
January 22, 2026
Ranking Member Larsen, Rep. Figures Opening Statements from Hearing on Regional Economic Commissions
Washington, D.C.—The following are opening remarks from Ranking Member of the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure Rick Larsen (D-WA) and Member of the Subcommittee on Economic Development, Public Buildings and Emergency Management Rep. Shomari Figures (D-AL), during today’s hearing titled, “Smarter Spending, Stronger Results: Reducing Duplication and Ensuring Effectiveness Through Economic Development Reforms.”Video of Figures’ opening statement is here.More information on the … Continue Reading
January 21, 2026
Committee Approves Bills to Improve Aviation Programs, Rural Broadband Access, U.S. Property Protections in Other Countries
Washington, D.C. - Today, the Transportation and Infrastructure Committee approved legislation to digitize pilot certificates, help military air traffic controllers transition into Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) careers, improve rural broadband access, examine drone impacts on wildfire suppression efforts, and increase protections for U.S.-owned properties in other countries. “Today, the Committee approved legislation that modernizes the use of pilot certificates, strengthens rural … Continue Reading
January 14, 2026
Ranking Member Larsen Statement from Member Day Hearing
Washington, 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 hearing titled, "Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure Member Day.”Video of Ranking Member Larsen’s opening statement is here.More information on the hearing can be found here.Ranking Member Larsen:Welcome to the Transportation and Infrastructure Committee’s 2026 Member Day Hearing.Before I … Continue Reading
January 13, 2026
Ranking Member Larsen Statement on Trump Administration Attacks on States’ Authority to Protect Their Own Water
Washington, D.C. - Today, Ranking Member of the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure Rick Larsen (D-WA) released the following statement in response to a Trump administration proposal to restrict states’ authority under Section 401 of the Clean Water Act.“For over fifty years the Clean Water Act ensured states’ ability to protect their own waters, and I’m disappointed that the Trump administration and EPA are now proposing to reverse course,” Ranking Member Larsen said. “Under … Continue Reading
January 13, 2026
Ranking Member Larsen, Carbajal Statements from Hearing on Coast Guard Law Enforcement
Washington, 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, "Drugs, Thugs and Fish: Examining Coast Guard Law Enforcement Efforts."Video of Ranking Member Larsen’s and Carbajal’s opening statements can be found here and here.More information on … Continue Reading
January 12, 2026
Ranking Members Larsen and Titus Statements on Trump Administration Gutting Pipeline Safety Rules
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 statement after the U.S. Department of Transportation’s Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) announced a blanket waiver of all safety rules for gas and hazardous liquid pipelines.“At best, any ‘savings’ will end up in the … Continue Reading
January 07, 2026
Ranking Member Larsen Statement on Administration Firing of CORE Staff
Washington, D.C.—Today, House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure Ranking Member Rick Larsen (D-WA) released the following statement after the Trump administration made cuts to the Federal Emergency Management Agency’s (FEMA) Cadre of On-Call Response and Recovery (CORE) staff and reporting suggests more cuts are coming.“After multiple Transportation and Infrastructure Committee hearings, we keep concluding FEMA needs more staff to meet the response needs of more frequent and severe … Continue Reading
January 06, 2026
Statements of Chairman Graves and Ranking Member Larsen on the Passing of T&I Member Doug LaMalfa
Washington, D.C. - Transportation and Infrastructure Committee Chairman Sam Graves (R-MO) and Transportation and Infrastructure Committee Ranking Member Rick Larsen (D-WA) released the following statements on the passing of Rep. Doug LaMalfa (R-CA): Graves statement: “I am deeply saddened to learn that my friend Congressman Doug LaMalfa has passed away. Doug was a valued and thoughtful member of the Transportation and Infrastructure Committee for nearly a decade and a fellow farmer who always … Continue Reading
December 17, 2025
Democratic Ranking Members Continue Sounding Alarm About Trump Administration Whistleblower Attacks
Washington, D.C. —Ranking Member of the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure Rick Larsen (D-WA), Ranking Member of the Subcommittee on Public Buildings, Economic Development and Emergency Management Greg Stanton (D-AZ), Ranking Member of the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform Robert Garcia (D-CA) and Ranking Member of the Committee on Homeland Security Bennie G. Thompson (D-MS) sent a letter to Acting Special Council Jamieson Greer outlining their concerns over the … Continue Reading
December 17, 2025
Ranking Members Larsen, Wilson Statements from Hearing with WRDA Stakeholders
Washington, 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 Water Resources and Environment Frederica Wilson (D-FL) during today’s hearing titled, “Water Resources Development Act of 2026: Stakeholder Priorities.”Video of Ranking Members Wilson’s statements is and here.More information on the hearing can be found here.Ranking Member … Continue Reading
December 16, 2025
Ranking Members Larsen, Carbajal Statements on Coast Guard Officially 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) and Ranking Member of the Subcommittee on Coast Guard and Maritime Transportation Salud Carbajal (D-CA) released the following statements after the Washington Post reported that the United States Coast Guard allowed a policy to take effect yesterday changing the classification of the swastika and nooses to "potentially divisive" symbols.“After Admiral Lunday insisted that this … Continue Reading
December 16, 2025
Ranking Member Larsen, Carbajal Statements from Hearing on Technology in Coast Guard
Washington, 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, “Changes in Maritime Technology: Can the Coast Guard Keep Up?”Video of Ranking Member Larsen’s and Carbajal’s opening statements can be found here and here.More information on the … Continue Reading