Issue Position: Transportation

Issue Position

I believe that building and maintaining a strong transportation infrastructure is vitally important to managing economic growth and ensuring economic development. That's why I'll continue to work closely with transportation stakeholders and fight to make sure Texas' 12th Congressional District receives the right federal assistance to address our infrastructure needs. I am pleased to see the Texas Department of Transportation begin to move forward with the Tower 55 improvements, as they will address long-term congestion issues and support the district's continued economic growth.

Rail Transportation

I strongly support the Tower 55 revitalization project, which will improve rail traffic flow in and out of Fort Worth. Tower 55 connects freight and passenger trains that are traveling between the West Coast, the Midwest, the Gulf Coast, the Southeast, Canada and Mexico. As many of you know, this intersection gets pretty congested. Making these critical enhancements will address congestion problems and provide economic growth opportunities to the 12th District.

Airlines and Air Travel

My work on airport and airline issues began over 15 years ago as the Mayor of Fort Worth and it's been a pleasure to watch our area's air travel capabilities expand in that time. I have worked very hard to improve the safety of air travel for passengers -- even in the face of repeated attempted terrorist attacks and budget cuts. I have also fought to ensure the many airline employees -- many of whom reside in the 12th District -- have the tools they need to perform their duties and help all of us reach our destinations.

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