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Ranking Member Rick Larsen | House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure
This Black History Month,
@transportdems.bsky.social
are highlighting the trailblazers who influenced the transportation systems we know today. Follow along in this thread to learn about some pioneers of travel, safety, and equal access.
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Congress needs to pass a new Water Resources Development Act to ensure the affordability and resiliency of water resources projects across America. At today’s hearing, T&I Dems will discuss their priorities for WRDA 2026.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=t_sc...
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Subcommittee Hearing on “Proposals for a Water Resources Development Act of 2026..."
YouTube video by House Transportation & Infrastructure Committee
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t_sc8hKXor4
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The bipartisan, bi-committee ALERT Act will prevent future aviation tragedies and protect travelers across the country. Learn more about this bill:
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Today, House committee leaders released a bipartisan aviation safety bill to address factors in the tragic DCA crash. Read Ranking Member Larsen's statement:
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Following last week’s chaotic shutdown of the El Paso airspace, Ranking Members Larsen, Thompson and Smith are demanding a classified briefing to get answers. The Trump administration must provide answers.
8 days ago
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Find out who Ranking Member
@repricklarsen.bsky.social
really is...
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Happy Valentine's Day from @transportdems ❤️
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Safety remains T&I Democrats' top priority. With NTSB's recommendations out, T&I Dems are committed to seeking a bipartisan solution to address the systemic aviation safety issues.
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MARKUP ALERT: Join
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for a full Committee Markup today at 10 a.m. ET.
www.youtube.com/live/5-WNHHJ...
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Full Committee Markup
YouTube video by House Transportation & Infrastructure Committee
https://www.youtube.com/live/5-WNHHJYBLo
15 days ago
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The bipartisan FEMA Act advanced with overwhelming bipartisan support because it protects FEMA while making much-needed reforms to better serve communities in need. It’s time for the full House to vote on this bill.
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Passing regular Water Resources Development Acts gives communities the resources to: đź’§Upgrade water infrastructure đź’§Protect ecosystems đź’§Strengthen ports and harbors đź’§Minimize flood risk This year, T&I Democrats are working to deliver a new WRDA and support these investments.
17 days ago
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Wishing you safe travels to Super Bowl LX—even if you are rooting for the Patriots.
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Last year showed the growing demand for passenger rail.
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will continue working to meet the rising need for efficient, reliable and accessible passenger rail options.
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Everybody deserves safe, affordable and reliable public transit. This Transit Equity Day,
@transportdems.bsky.social
are working to improve access to transportation systems nationwide.
22 days ago
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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.
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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...
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Committee Democrats Getting Coffee in Congress (feat. Rep. Scholten)
YouTube video by House Transportation & Infrastructure Committee
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9NcbQDoFU9g
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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.
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28 days ago
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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.
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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
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priorities for WRDA 2026.
about 1 month ago
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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.
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about 1 month ago
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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...
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Subcommittee Hearing on “Smarter Spending, Stronger Results: Reducing Duplication and Ensuring..."
YouTube video by House Transportation & Infrastructure Committee
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ybQ3_g4UWXc
about 1 month ago
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MARKUP ALERT: Join
@transportdems.bsky.social
for a full Committee Markup today at 10 a.m. ET.
www.youtube.com/live/8mtf9w9...
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Full Committee Markup
YouTube video by House Transportation & Infrastructure Committee
https://www.youtube.com/live/8mtf9w9zxEc
about 1 month ago
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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.
about 1 month ago
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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.
about 1 month ago
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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.
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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...
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Full Committee Hearing on “Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure Member Day”
YouTube video by House Transportation & Infrastructure Committee
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ae2ZyP0gVqE
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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...
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Subcommittee Hearing on “Drugs, Thugs, and Fish: Examining Coast Guard Law Enforcement Efforts”
YouTube video by House Transportation & Infrastructure Committee
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k2RL1n9Do_E
about 1 month ago
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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.
about 2 months ago
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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.
about 2 months ago
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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.
about 2 months ago
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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.
about 2 months ago
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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...
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Exclusive: DHS begins slashing FEMA disaster response staff as 2026 begins | CNN Politics
The Trump administration is abruptly cutting dozens of disaster response and recovery staff at the Federal Emergency Management Agency this week, according to internal emails obtained by CNN and sourc...
https://edition.cnn.com/2026/01/01/politics/dhs-cutting-fema-disaster-response-staff
about 2 months ago
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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...
2 months ago
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MARKUP ALERT: Join T&I Democrats for a full Committee Markup today at 10 a.m. ET.
www.youtube.com/live/yNAKkKL...
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Full Committee Markup
YouTube video by House Transportation & Infrastructure Committee
https://www.youtube.com/live/yNAKkKLq9dc
2 months ago
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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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Subcommittee Hearing on “Water Resources Development Act of 2026: Stakeholder Priorities”
YouTube video by House Transportation & Infrastructure Committee
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n7xQ38K7Axc&embeds_referring_euri=https%3A%2F%2Fdemocrats-transportation.house.gov%2F&source_ve_path=MjM4NTE
2 months ago
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reposted by
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Representative Rick Larsen
2 months ago
Swastikas and nooses are hateful symbols. This is not up for debate.
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Larsen grills Coast Guard on calling swastikas and nooses "potentially divisive"
YouTube video by Representative Rick Larsen
https://youtu.be/LJ3AqUQCxgQ?feature=shared
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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...
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Subcommittee Hearing on “Changes in Maritime Technology: Can the Coast Guard Keep Up?”
YouTube video by House Transportation & Infrastructure Committee
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sKndqEKfUoQ
2 months ago
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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...
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Subcommittee Hearing on "The State of American Aviation
YouTube video by House Transportation & Infrastructure Committee
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6aXhpogw4Rg
2 months ago
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Earlier this month, Ranking Member
@repricklarsen.bsky.social
joined
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at their winter meeting. He highlighted
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’s support for public transit in the upcoming surface transportation reauthorization bill.
2 months ago
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The historic flooding devastating western Washington makes clear the urgent need for a fully functioning FEMA. Chairman Graves and RM
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introduced the FEMA Act to protect and reform the agency so it is equipped to support communities in Washington and elsewhere.
3 months ago
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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...
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Subcommittee Hearing on “Cutting Costs, Adding Value: The Future of Federal Property”
https://www.youtube.com/live/IBV8W-dwrww
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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...
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What to know about the air traffic control overhaul and the company FAA hired
The government picked a company with little experience working with the Federal Aviation Administration called Peraton to oversee the roughly $31.5 billion overhaul of the outdated air traffic control...
https://abcnews.go.com/Business/wireStory/air-traffic-control-overhaul-company-faa-hired-manage-128160842
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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.
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3 months ago
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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.
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Soccer Congress with Representatives Larsen and LaHood
YouTube video by House Transportation & Infrastructure Committee
https://youtube.com/watch?v=3R-t2WifGVo&feature=youtu.be
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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...
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Subcommittee Hearing on “America Builds: The State of the Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) Industry”
YouTube video by House Transportation & Infrastructure Committee
https://www.youtube.com/live/Allnld6cGCo
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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...
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House bill seeks $50million of funding per year for major sporting event infrastructure
The bill will be introduced by Rep. Rick Larsen, a Democrat, who said the investment is "somewhat peanuts" compared to its potential return.
https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/6855176/2025/12/02/united-states-house-bill-world-cup-olympics-infrastructure/
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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-...
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U.S. Coast Guard Sees No Drop in Cocaine Boat Traffic After Lethal Strikes
New drone strikes on drug smuggling boats have not been holding back the Coast Guard's performance in daily cocaine seizures, according to a top USCG...
https://maritime-executive.com/article/u-s-coast-guard-sees-no-drop-in-cocaine-boat-traffic-after-lethal-strikes
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Ranking Member
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: "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...
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U.S. Coast Guard will no longer classify swastikas, nooses as hate symbols
The military service, which falls under the Department of Homeland Security, has drafted a new policy that classifies such items “potentially divisive.”
https://www.washingtonpost.com/national-security/2025/11/20/coast-guard-swastika-noose/?utm_campaign=wp_main&utm_source=twitter&utm_medium=social
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