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WASHINGTON, D.C.  – U.S. Senator Deb Fischer (R-Neb.), a member of the Senate Commerce Committee, today delivered questions to Transportation Secretary nominee Elaine Chao during her confirmation hearing. Senator Fischer released the following statement on today’s hearing:

“Today, Elaine Chao once again demonstrated the impressive knowledge and wide-ranging federal government experience that she will bring to the position of Transportation Secretary. As the chairman of the Surface Transportation subcommittee, I believe I can partner with Elaine on bold solutions to strengthen our infrastructure for the benefit of families in Nebraska and across this nation. I strongly support her nomination to lead the Department of Transportation, and I look forward to working with her once she is confirmed.”

Yesterday, Senate Commerce Committee Chairman John Thune (R-S.D.) announced that Senator Fischer will chair the Subcommittee on Surface Transportation and Merchant Marine Infrastructure, Safety, and Security for the 115^th Congress. Fischer also served as chairman of this subcommittee during the 114^th Congress.

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