Transportation and Infrastructure Committee Democrats
Ranking Member Rick Larsen | House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure
- Last year showed the growing demand for passenger rail. @transportdems.bsky.social will continue working to meet the rising need for efficient, reliable and accessible passenger rail options.
- Everybody deserves safe, affordable and reliable public transit. This Transit Equity Day, @transportdems.bsky.social are working to improve access to transportation systems nationwide.
- Three years—more than 5,000 rail accidents—since the Norfolk Southern train derailment in East Palestine, and Congress has passed no rail safety legislation. T&I Democrats remain committed to changing that. The safe movement of people and goods is T&I Dems’ top priority.
- Enjoy a "grand" old time in West Michigan with Rep. Scholten, joining @repricklarsen.bsky.social in the newest episode of "Committee Democrats in Congress Getting Coffee." They talk about their get-things-done attitude, affordability concerns and coffee orders. www.youtube.com/watch?v=9Ncb...
- The Trump administration is withholding funding for the nation’s largest infrastructure project, increasing costs for American families. @transportdems.bsky.social oppose this political move, jeopardizing thousands of jobs. @usdot.bsky.social restore this funding immediately.
- States across the country rely on FEMA grants to prepare for and protect communities from disasters. So, what’s Secretary Noem doing? Virtually nothing! That’s simply unacceptable. It’s time to get states the funding they need.
- T&I Democrats believe in investing in water resources infrastructure to ensure it remains affordable for communities and resilient to the threats of climate change. These will remain @transportdems.bsky.social priorities for WRDA 2026.
- The Trump administration dropping their efforts to tie transportation funding to immigration was welcome news last week. T&I Dems will keep fighting to protect infrastructure projects in your community.
- Regional economic development commissions and the U.S. Economic Development Administration play a critical role in growing local and regional economies across America and creating jobs. At today’s hearing, T&I Dems will examine how Congress can support their efforts. www.youtube.com/watch?v=ybQ3...
- MARKUP ALERT: Join @transportdems.bsky.social for a full Committee Markup today at 10 a.m. ET. www.youtube.com/live/8mtf9w9...
- This past year demonstrated the need for updating our air traffic control technology. @transportdems.bsky.social are working to give air traffic controllers & the FAA safety workforce the support they need to keep our airs clear and safe.
- Last year, Ranking Member Larsen visited the Port of Baltimore to discuss the importance of investing in maritime infrastructure. This week, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers ok’d construction of a new port terminal to double its capacity—lowering costs and wait times for deliveries.
- To save a few bucks, PHMSA gutted pipeline safety rules. At best, any “savings” will go to pipeline companies—not families facing skyrocketing prices. At worst, a new era of pipeline safety issues is on the horizon. Secretary Duffy, please don’t do this.
- Thanks to the historic investments in the BIL, communities upgraded their bridges, roads, rail and public transit. Today, T&I Dems will hear from House colleagues about building on these investments in the surface transportation reauthorization bill. www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ae2Z...
- For decades, the U.S. Coast Guard has seized drugs and prosecuted criminal organizations. For this to continue without affecting other missions, Congress must provide more resources and funding. Today, T&I Democrats will examine current Coast Guard operations. www.youtube.com/watch?v=k2RL...
- The Bipartisan Infrastructure Law made historic investments in the nation’s infrastructure—from expanding passenger rail to fixing aging bridges. The Surface Transportation Reauthorization should build on this progress.
- Passing biennial Water Resource Development Acts helps communities upgrade water infrastructure, protect ecosystems, strengthen ports and harbors and minimize flood risk. This year, @transportdems.bsky.social are working to deliver a new WRDA and support these investments.
- While the Trump administration continues to attack FEMA, the T&I Committee advanced a bipartisan bill to reform the agency. @transportdems.bsky.social will continue fighting to make sure disaster relief is taken seriously and communities are protected.
- Last year highlighted the urgent need to upgrade America’s air traffic control system. This year, @transportdems.bsky.social are committed to improving aviation safety and protecting travelers.
- New year, same attacks on FEMA from the Trump administration. It's time to pass our FEMA Act and reform the Agency, not dismantle it. edition.cnn.com/2026/01/01/p...
- K-Pop Demon Hunters. Home Run Records. Taylor Swift. T&I Democrats. What a year it’s been. Watch RM @repricklarsen.bsky.social break it down with his “Fastest Three Minutes in Transportation. www.youtube.com/watch?v=S_dr...
- MARKUP ALERT: Join T&I Democrats for a full Committee Markup today at 10 a.m. ET. www.youtube.com/live/yNAKkKL...
- Water Resources Development Acts strengthen the nation’s water infrastructure, economy and resiliency. At today’s hearing, T&I Democrats will examine how WRDA provisions from past bills are being implemented and what should be included in WRDA 2026. www.youtube.com/watch?v=n7xQ...
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- New experimental and autonomous technology is being used in the maritime industry. Today, @transportdems.bsky.social will examine how the Coast Guard can keep up with these advancements as both users for military operations and regulators for commercial users. www.youtube.com/watch?v=sKnd...
- Today, FAA Administrator Bedford will be asked to provide more transparency on: ❌ ATC improvements ❌Cancelling flights during the shutdown ❌Responding to the tragic mid-air DCA collision T&I Democrats will hold the FAA accountable. www.youtube.com/watch?v=6aXh...
- Earlier this month, Ranking Member @repricklarsen.bsky.social joined @apta-info.bsky.social at their winter meeting. He highlighted @transportdems.bsky.social’s support for public transit in the upcoming surface transportation reauthorization bill.
- The historic flooding devastating western Washington makes clear the urgent need for a fully functioning FEMA. Chairman Graves and RM @repricklarsen.bsky.social introduced the FEMA Act to protect and reform the agency so it is equipped to support communities in Washington and elsewhere.
- From unlawfully firing workers to demolishing the East Wing, the Trump administration has not spared GSA during their attacks on the federal workforce. Today, T&I Democrats will learn more about the administration’s questionable real estate moves. www.youtube.com/live/IBV8W-d...
- The FAA recently announced a key milestone of its Air Traffic Control plan. T&I Democrats will continue working to keep travelers safe and upgrading America’s ATC system. abcnews.go.com/Business/wir...
- What would you want delivered by AAM? NASAO's Gregory Pecoraro has an idea. See his answer and gain some insight into the integration of things like electric air taxis on the newest Seven Questions.
- Who says Congress doesn’t know ball? Tune in for a breakdown of @usmnt.ussoccer.com’s chances in next year’s World Cup and the stars that could take them all the way. Plus, Congressional Soccer Co-Chairs Larsen and LaHood share their picks for the World Cup winner.
- Air taxis and other advanced air mobility aircraft have the potential to boost the economy & improve access to goods and services. T&I Democrats will hear from industry leaders how the 2024 FAA reauthorization helps integrate AAM safely and efficiently. www.youtube.com/live/Allnld6...
- World Cup host cities need world-class infrastructure to get teams and their fans to and from games. USMNT’s success on the field is inevitable, and this bill ensures the U.S. succeeds off the field, too. www.nytimes.com/athletic/685...
- Instead of drone striking fishing boats, the Trump administration should stick to the Coast Guard’s proven, effective method of drug interdiction. maritime-executive.com/article/u-s-...
- Ranking Member @repricklarsen.bsky.social: "Lynching is a federal hate crime. The world defeated the Nazis in 1945. The debate on these symbols is over. They symbolize hate. "Coast Guard: be better.” www.washingtonpost.com/national-sec...
- Americans love rail—and they deserve a rail network on par with our international counterparts. That starts with investments from Congress.
- Yesterday, T&I Committee leaders introduced a bipartisan bill that would ensure air traffic controllers and other aviation safety workers get paid during future shutdowns. The stress and uncertainty these workers just endured cannot happen again.
- Yesterday, the Trump administration launched another attack on the Clean Water Act. @transportdems.bsky.social are committed to protecting Americans’ access to clean, safe water—even if Trump’s EPA and U.S. Army Corps of Engineers wants to put polluters over people.
- A new report confirms what we already know: investing in water infrastructure creates good-paying jobs and grows the economy. So why is the Trump administration proposing to cut billions of dollars to fund these investments? thevalueofwater.org/econimpact
- Enough is enough: It’s time for Republicans to fix their healthcare crisis and end this shutdown. www.reuters.com/world/us/duf...
- T&I Dems wrote to the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers re: $11 billion in frozen funds for Corps projects that create jobs & grow the economy. The White House should stop playing politics with infrastructure, unfreeze these funds & open the government. democrats-transportation.house.gov/news/press-r...
- Ranking Member @repricklarsen.bsky.social: "...the White House is using air traffic controllers, aviation safety technicians, pilots and the airlines as political cover while healthcare costs near maximum altitude for millions of Americans." democrats-transportation.house.gov/news/press-r...
- Because Republicans would rather shut down the government than fix their healthcare crisis, tens of thousands of transportation workers are furloughed or working without pay—from air traffic controllers to aviation safety inspectors and technicians. It’s time to end this shutdown.
- Canceling billions of dollars in projects in some states while bringing back workers to advance them in others? Doesn’t take a political scientist to see what’s going on here. subscriber.politicopro.com/article/eene...
- Today, air traffic controllers missed their first full paycheck. No federal worker should have to worry about how they will pay their bills and put food on the table. It’s time for Republicans to end this shutdown.
- The Big Ugly Law cut funding across Republican and Democratic districts to pay for tax cuts for the rich. subscriber.politicopro.com/article/2025...
- It’s not asking a lot: Fix the Republican healthcare crisis, end the shutdown and pay air traffic controllers. Watch Ranking Member @repricklarsen.bsky.social on @newdems.bsky.social's Fly-In Podcast.
