Washington, D.C. – RSI Senior Vice President of Government & Public Affairs Nicole Brewin released the following statement today on the Senate confirmation of Pete Buttigieg as the next Secretary of Transportation:
“As a former mayor, Secretary Buttigieg understands firsthand how federal infrastructure investments can strengthen our communities and deliver thousands of good-paying jobs to Americans across the United States. On behalf of our membership, RSI congratulates Secretary Buttigieg on his Senate confirmation and looks forward to working with him to expand opportunities for railway suppliers through robust federal investments and a strong Buy America program.”
About the Railway Supply Institute (RSI)
The Railway Supply Institute (RSI) is the largest and only trade association that represents the full supply chain for the railroad system. RSI acts on behalf of the smallest to the largest suppliers to North American freight and passenger railroads. Industry segments include the mechanical, rolling stock, communications and signaling, maintenance of way, and passenger industries. For more information visit www.rsiweb.org, follow RSI on Twitter and LinkedIn