Pam / Monday, January 30, 2023 / Categories: Advocacy, ATSSA, Government, Infrastructure, Policy, Transportation ATSSA congratulates Crawford on leading Highways & Transit Subcommittee ATSSA congratulates Rep. Eric A. “Rick” Crawford, R-Ark., on his selection as chair of the House Subcommittee on Highways and Transit. “We look forward to working with six-term Congressman Crawford in his new role as chair of this important subcommittee,” ATSSA President & CEO Stacy Tetschner said. “Chair Crawford is a veteran of the subcommittee and we look forward to partnering with him in support of the vital work of the roadway safety infrastructure industry and advancing roadway safety across the country. In his new role, Chair Crawford can help save lives on the nation’s roadways.” Transportation and Infrastructure Committee Chair Sam Graves, R-Mo., announced Crawford’s selection and that of five other subcommittee chairs on Friday. “Our subcommittee chairs bring to the table a broad array of talent, proven leadership capabilities and legislative expertise,” Graves said in making the announcement. “This is an effective team of returning leaders, as well as two new lead Republicans to bring fresh ideas and perspectives to the Committee’s important work. This will be a busy Congress for T&I, and these chairs are all ready to get to work in our newfound Republican majority to ensure a stronger, safer and more efficient transportation and infrastructure network for our country.” Crawford issued the following statement regarding his appointment and the Infrastructure Investment & Jobs Act (IIJA), which became law in November 2021. “An efficient and safe highway system is critical to America’s competitiveness in the global economy and a vital component of our national security,” he said. “I look forward to providing vigorous oversight of IIJA to ensure that those funds are spent on projects that are priorities for states and local government.” Previous Article Industry leaders offer expectations for 2023 in Winter issue of Roadway Safety Next Article ATSSA makes major updates to Corporate Training Program Print 9396 Rate this article: No rating Tags: Rep. Sam Graves IIJA House Transportation & Infrastructure Committee Rep. Rick Crawford House Subcommittee on Highways and Transit Please login or register to post comments.
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