Securing Growth and Robust Leadership in American Aviation Act

Floor Speech

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Mrs. GONZALEZ-COLON. Mr. Chairman, I rise in support of Mr. Huizenga's amendment. I think it is logical what he is saying.

I rise, again, in strong support of my amendment to this bill, as well, No. 31, to seek to identify ways in which Puerto Rico can further increase air cargo operations in our three international airports, and thus, better serve domestic and international stakeholders and consumers.

Specifically, this amendment authorizes a GAO report that will look at recommendations for security measures that may be necessary to support increased air cargo operations in Puerto Rico, airport infrastructure improvements that may be needed, alternatives to increase private stakeholder engagement, and the potential need for additional staff.

Airports are drivers of economic activity across our country. My amendment will support Puerto Rico and the Nation as we continue to find ways to generate greater opportunities for financial and infrastructure investments.

This section requires an assessment from the FAA on the resiliency of coastal airports, including those on our island.

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Mrs. GONZALEZ-COLON. Mr. Chairman, I thank my colleagues for supporting en bloc No. 2, and I urge support for the underlying bill.

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