{"database": "openregs", "table": "congressional_record", "rows": [["CREC-2026-02-23-pt1-PgE154", "2026-02-23", 119, 2, null, null, "TRIBUTE TO BRUNO MAESTRI", "HOUSE", "EXTENSIONS", "TRIBUTETO", "E154", "E154", "[{\"name\": \"James E. Clyburn\", \"role\": \"speaking\"}]", null, "172 Cong. Rec. E154", "Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 35 (Monday, February 23, 2026)\n\n[Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 35 (Monday, February 23, 2026)]\n[Extensions of Remarks]\n[Page E154]\nFrom the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]\n\n                        TRIBUTE TO BRUNO MAESTRI\n\n                                  _____\n\n                         HON. JAMES E. CLYBURN\n\n                           of south carolina\n\n                    in the house of representatives\n\n                       Monday, February 23, 2026\n\n  Mr. CLYBURN. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize and honor a\ndedicated public servant and steadfast champion of America's\ntransportation system, Mr. Bruno Maestri, on his retirement from Amtrak\non January 30, 2026. After decades of distinguished service in the\nrailroad industry and in the halls of government, Bruno Maestri leaves\nbehind a legacy defined by integrity, bipartisanship, and an unwavering\ncommitment to strengthening our Nation's passenger network.\n  I have known Bruno for many years, and I can say without hesitation\nthat he is a gentleman in a town where that is not always a common or\neasy attribute. His professionalism, humility, and steady demeanor have\nearned him the respect of colleagues on both sides of the aisle and\nthroughout the transportation community.\n  Since joining Amtrak in 2019 as Vice President for Government Affairs\nand Corporate Communications, Bruno has led the company's federal,\nstate, and community outreach with exceptional skill and integrity. He\nstrengthened relationships with key stakeholders, including the freight\nrailroads over which many of Amtrak's routes operate, and ensured that\nthe voice of America's Railroad was heard clearly and constructively\nacross all levels of government. His thoughtful engagement elevated\nAmtrak's national reputation and reinforced its public service mission.\n  Bruno has been instrumental in representing Amtrak before both the\nlegislative and executive branches. His ability to build trusted,\nbipartisan relationships has been essential to advancing the company's\npriorities. During his tenure, Amtrak secured historic levels of public\ninvestment--resources now modernizing infrastructure, expanding\nservice, and improving safety and reliability for millions of\npassengers nationwide. These achievements will strengthen passenger\nrail for decades to come.\n  He also played a pivotal role in raising the visibility of passenger\nrail as a vital component of America's transportation network. Working\nclosely with policymakers and community leaders, Bruno championed\nefforts to expand and enhance service so that Americans in both urban\nand rural communities could benefit from a more modern and connected\nrail system.\n  During the unprecedented challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic, Bruno's\nsteady leadership proved indispensable. In a time of uncertainty, he\nensured clear and consistent communication with employees, customers,\npolicymakers, and partners. His work helped guide Amtrak through one of\nthe most difficult periods in the history of the transportation\nindustry and positioned the company for recovery.\n  Prior to joining Amtrak, Bruno served for 24 years in senior\nleadership roles at Norfolk Southern Corporation, overseeing federal\nand state government affairs and coordinating regulatory engagement\nwith key agencies. His deep expertise and professionalism have long\nbeen recognized throughout the rail industry.\n  Mr. Speaker, I ask that you and our colleagues join me in honoring\nBruno Maestri as he embarks on his well-earned retirement. As Bruno\nbegins this next chapter--spending more time with his family in\nChincoteague and cheering on his beloved Washington Nationals--we thank\nhim for a career marked by service, partnership, and perseverance.\n\n                          ____________________"]], "columns": ["granule_id", "date", "congress", "session", "volume", "issue", "title", "chamber", "granule_class", "sub_granule_class", "page_start", "page_end", "speakers", "bills", "citation", "full_text"], "primary_keys": ["granule_id"], "primary_key_values": ["CREC-2026-02-23-pt1-PgE154"], "units": {}, "query_ms": 0.6918609142303467, "source": "Federal Register API & Regulations.gov API", "source_url": "https://www.federalregister.gov/developers/api/v1", "license": "Public Domain (U.S. Government data)", "license_url": "https://www.regulations.gov/faq"}