APTA Releases Statement on Senate Confirmation of Sean Duffy as Secretary of Transportation

APTA President and CEO Paul P. Skoutelas released a statement Jan. 29 congratulating Sean Duffy on his confirmation as U.S. Secretary of Transportation.

“We look forward to working with Secretary Duffy to ensure that America’s public transit systems remain the backbone of our urban and rural communities and a driver of economic growth and innovation,” he said.

“A strong and vibrant public transportation system is crucial for strengthening U.S. manufacturing jobs, both directly and indirectly. With transit equipment manufacturers and suppliers located across the U.S., our industry already supports hundreds of thousands of good-paying American jobs. Through the continued support of the Buy America program, we can ensure that the materials and components used in our nation’s public transit projects are sourced domestically, supporting American workers, fostering economic growth, and creating additional job opportunities in communities across the nation.

“APTA and our more than 1,600 member organizations are committed to working with Secretary Duffy and the Department of Transportation to make a public transportation network that will be the envy of the world, while driving economic growth, creating American jobs, and ensuring the U.S. remains a leader in innovative transportation solutions.”