WASHINGTON – During National Truck Driver Appreciation Week, Education and the Workforce Committee Chairwoman Virginia Foxx (R-NC) spoke on the House Floor to celebrate the millions of Americans who do more than simply ensure necessary goods reach their destinations—they keep our economy moving.
Chairwoman Foxx’s remarks:
“I rise today to recognize 3.6 million American truckers during National Truck Driver Appreciation Week.
“Truckers keep our nation moving forward.
“Every year, across more than 300 billion miles of highways and backroads, these men and women deliver 11.5 billion tons of goods to feed our families, fuel our industries, and sustain our communities.
“Whenever you see a truck on the road, know that behind the wheel, someone is often miles away from home and family to deliver goods we usually take for granted.
“Without these unsung heroes, grocery shelves would be bare, factories would shut down, hospitals would run out of medication, and cars would be stranded without fuel.
“I thank all our truck drivers for their hard work in undertaking one of our economy’s most demanding and vital jobs.”
