FEMA resources are being diverted away from its key missions—despite natural disasters becoming more frequent and severe—and decisions on whether to provide assistance are being politicized. It’s time to pass the FEMA Act to strengthen the agency and restore its independence.

Today is National Coast Guard Day! @transportdems.bsky.social are focused on improving quality of live for Coast Guard servicemembers to ensure they can continue protecting Americans at home and abroad

Rising gas prices under the Trump administration are bad enough. T&I Dems are working to restore roads and bridges across the country so you don't have to worry about wear and tear on your car, too.

Transit systems continue bouncing back after drops in ridership during the COVID pandemic. T&I Democrats continue to support investments into the critical transit systems millions of Americans rely on.

Last year’s DCA mid-air collision was a tragic reminder of the need to improve aviation safety. T&I Democrats remain committed to protecting flyers and ensuring all 50 NTSB recommendations finalized 6 months ago are implemented.

RMs Larsen and Stanton wrote to the GSA administrator demanding answers on the administration’s involvement with Pakistan and the Roosevelt Hotel in NYC.

Water Resources Development Acts grow the economy, create good-paying jobs and help communities build resilient infrastructure. That’s why WRDA 2026 advanced with unanimous support.

Earlier this month, a report from Ranking Member Stanton exposed the Trump administration’s misuse of FEMA resources for their cruel mass deportation agenda. Read the report: democrats-transportation.house.gov/imo/media/do...

Disaster aid should NEVER be politicized. apnews.com/article/fema...

More than 24 states sue Trump administration after it put conditions on receiving disaster funding

More than two dozen states have sued the Trump administration after it required them to comply with election and immigration conditions to get billions of dollars in federal funding for disasters.

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FEMA's dysfunction under the Trump administration continues to put communities at risk. It's time to pass the FEMA Act to bring the agency much-needed stability. subscriber.politicopro.com/article/eene...

E&E News: FEMA may lack permanent leader through peak hurricane season

A Senate committee approved nominee Cameron Hamilton on Wednesday. But the full Senate might not act until after August recess.

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The Trump administration can't argue with the facts: bike lanes and speed cameras save lives. bicycleretailer.com/industry-new...

USDOT removes cycling road safety measures from website

WASHINGTON (BRAIN) — The League of American Bicyclists is urging Congress to explain why the Department of Transportation is no longer encouraging states and local governments to provide safety measur...

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Safety will always be T&I Dems’ top priority—from land to sea. At today’s roundtable, T&I Dems met with maritime industry and @USCG leaders to discuss ways to keep commerce flowing and keep American waters safe for passengers and crews.

Earlier this week, the T&I Committee advanced the Water Resources Development Act of 2026. For the record, here’s what RM Larsen said about this bipartisan win: youtube.com/watch?v=iksmnzSyzVA&feature=youtu.be

WRDA works! Today, RM Larsen and Rep. Scholten joined their T&I Democratic colleagues in celebrating the advancement of the Water Resources Development Act of 2026—to invest in the nation’s water infrastructure. youtube.com/watch?v=FojZWeh4gmE&feature=youtu.be

Water Works!

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Democrats and Republicans on the T&I Committee agree that FEMA needs reform. That’s why Congress needs to hurry up and pass the FEMA Act of 2025 to help communities before and after disaster strikes. Learn more: www.youtube.com/watch?v=3HO3...

Full Committee Hearing on “Reforming FEMA: Ensuring the Nation’s Disaster Readiness Works for..."

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Today, T&I Democrats and Republicans are marking up the bipartisan Water Resources Development Act of 2026 to improve the nation’s water resources infrastructure. Learn more: www.youtube.com/watch?v=7tsC...

Full Committee Markup

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ICYMI: Ranking Member Stanton exposed the Trump administration's gross misuse of FEMA resources for ICE and CBP operations: www.washingtonpost.com/climate-envi...

Assigning FEMA staff to immigration enforcement hurt disaster work, House report says

The findings by a group of House Democrats show how FEMA staffers were put to work in immigration enforcement and administrative roles, among others, straining the agency’s disaster response ability.

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Natural disasters are becoming more frequent and more severe—devastating communities across the country. Meanwhile, the Trump administration is diverting FEMA resources toward its immigration enforcement. RM Stanton's new report has the details:

Trump's war makes your summer travel more expensive. www.washingtonpost.com/business/202...

You’re not paying more just to gas up your car. Airline fuel costs are up, too.

May fuel costs were nearly double what they were a year ago amid tensions in the Middle East, pushing up ticket prices.

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Yesterday was National Air Traffic Control Day! T&I Democrats are forever grateful for the controllers who protect our skies, and we remain committed to improving their working conditions and the safety of the travelers they serve.

Read Ranking Member Larsen's Statement on the Trump administration's efforts to white-wash American history:

America’s birthday is always a busy time for travel. T&I Dems are wishing you safe travels this holiday weekend—whether you’re flying, taking the train or driving.

The Water Resources Development Act of 2026 will empower the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers to modernize the nation’s ports, harbors and inland waterways. T&I Democrats are working to boost local economies and improve supply chains.

The U.S. Coast Guard needs to implement previous authorization bills and focus on its mission of saving lives and protecting the public. Today, T&I Democrats will conduct oversight of the Coast Guard’s activities. www.youtube.com/watch?v=52dK...

Subcommittee Hearing on “Taking Account: Implementation of the Coast Guard Authorization Acts of..."

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The Coast Guard keeps our waterways safe, and saves lives every day. That’s why T&I Dems are fighting to improve Coasties’ quality of life and ensure they can carry out critical missions.

Today, the T&I Committee released the Water Resources Development Act of 2026 to grow the economy, create jobs and help communities build affordable, resilient water infrastructure.

Truckers make sure that our deliveries are made, our food is fresh and birthday gifts come on time. T&I Dems are working to improve their pay and conditions.

Safe, affordable transportation across America is not possible without the invaluable transportation workforce. At IAM's Legislative Conference, Ranking Member Larsen outlined T&I Dems’ continued efforts to support transportation unions and their members.

Now that the Courts have compelled President Trump to take his name off another man’s Memorial, it’s time for a return to normalcy.    Take down the shame scaffolding on the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts. www.washingtonpost.com/style/2026/0...

New photos show first look at Kennedy Center facade without Trump’s name

The images were taken from inside the tarp-covered scaffolding that has blocked the public’s view for more than a week.

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Air Traffic Controllers have incredibly important jobs, which is why we are working to upgrade their technology and grow the workforce. Your biggest worry on a plane should be what movie to watch.