-- Statement from Congressmember Karen Bass: “Folks in LA and across the country are suffering under the burden of excessive airplane noise. My amendments blocked yesterday by Republican leadership represent beginning steps toward addressing what has become an intolerable level of noise from the planes over our heads. The amendments, drafted closely with constituents, will not see debate today, despite the fact that noise affects the health, well-being and economic livelihood of people in every part of the country, whether they are Republicans or Democrats. We cannot and must not sacrifice the health of those on the ground in the name of airline efficiency.” To watch Rep. Bass’ speech on the U.S. House Floor: http://bit.ly/2wKEM0R