[Congressional Record Volume 161, Number 109 (Tuesday, July 14, 2015)]
[House]
[Page H5124]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




       SUPPORTING A LONG-TERM SOLUTION FOR THE HIGHWAY TRUST FUND

  (Ms. HAHN asked and was given permission to address the House for 1 
minute.)
  Ms. HAHN. Mr. Speaker, I rise to highlight America's infrastructure 
crisis.
  Almost 30 percent of our Nation's major roadways, and 50 percent in 
California, are in poor condition, meaning they must be rebuilt, not 
just patched up.
  Drivers are now paying a hidden pothole tax, the extra cost to 
maintain a car because of bad roads. In California, the average driver 
pays $760 because of poor roads. People and goods are slowed down by 
congestion.
  In just 10 legislative days, our highway trust fund expires. Congress 
must pass a long-term surface transportation bill to ensure that the 
United States has the best infrastructure.
  In May, this Congress kicked the can down the road and passed a 
short-term bill. It seems we are likely to do that again. This is not a 
responsible way to govern.
  We should invest in our transportation system to be globally 
competitive and to move these goods efficiently. Drivers want less time 
stuck in traffic and more time at home with their families. Let's 
invest in America's future and pass a long-term surface transportation 
bill.

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