Pelosi Statement on the California High-Speed Rail FRA Report

Washington, D.C. – Speaker Emerita Nancy Pelosi released the following statement on the Secretary of Transportation's announcement of a report from the Federal Railroad Administration on California High-Speed Rail:
 
“This announcement is a rejection of the future. California has been a leader in realizing the vision of high-speed rail to meet the needs of working families with respect for consumers, labor and the environment.

“It is unfortunate that the Secretary has misrepresented the facts and lacks understanding of how California High-Speed Rail promotes commerce, improves quality of life for Californians and creates good-paying jobs — while also lowering the cost of housing by shortening the distance to commute from home to work.

“With his statement, the Secretary is either looking to mislead or has been misled on this issue.”