Press Releases

Aviation Subcommittee Chairman Troy E. Nehls (R-TX), Coast Guard and Maritime Transportation Subcommittee Chairman Mike Ezell (R-MS), and T&I Member Rep. Dusty Johnson (R-SD) are featured in the Washington Times in a series of columns that highlight the importance of passing the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, the need to protect America’s supply chain against foreign influence, and other priorities for the T&I leaders.

Aviation Subcommittee Chairman Nehls wrote about the importance of innovation in aviation regarding supersonic flight and highlighted the Committee’s work during the budget reconciliation process to ensure America remains the world’s leader in aviation:

“Following the devastating DCA plane crash, which took the lives of 67 individuals, my subcommittee has held several hearings evaluating the current state of our nation’s aviation operations, including our nation’s air traffic control system, staffing, and the implementation of the FAA Reauthorization Act of 2024. Further, the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee’s portion of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act includes a $12.5 billion investment in our ATC system. This investment provides a significant down payment to modernize the system and make our ATC system the envy of the world.” Read more

Coast Guard and Maritime Transportation Chairman Ezell focused on the need to pass an updated, bipartisan Coast Guard authorization bill and build upon the historic investments in the Coast Guard included in the One Big Beautiful Bill Act:

“In the recently passed H.R. 1, the One Big Beautiful Bill, over $21 billion in funding was included for the Coast Guard. I proudly support this historic funding, particularly because it will bolster the Coast Guard’s missions to secure our maritime borders against illegal migration and drug trafficking, as well as strengthen our presence in the Arctic against global competitors like China and Russia. While this bill provides an important investment that lays the foundation for the resources our service members need to succeed, it’s only a down payment. For decades, the Coast Guard has been underfunded. Coasties have proudly self-adopted the motto of ‘do more with less,’ but they shouldn’t have to. Passing a Coast Guard Authorization Act this Congress will build on the progress we made in H.R. 1 and ensure continued support for this critical armed service.” Read more

Rep. Johnson discussed the importance of protecting U.S. ports, shippers, and manufacturers from the Chinese Communist Party’s (CCP) growing influence on our supply chain:

“China exploits loopholes in our trade laws and has attempted to gain a chokehold on American ports and foreign ones like the Panama Canal…. Regardless of the industry, China’s goal is the same: exploit America’s supply chains for its own economic gain. China’s actions deliberately undermine America’s industries, safety, and sovereignty. Congress and President Trump must work together to enforce tough-on-China policies and ramp up domestic production to increase resiliency in our supply chains and keep Americans safe and secure.” Read more

The June 25^th edition of the Times also features Chairman Sam Graves (R-MO) and his vision for the next surface transportation reauthorization bill.