WISCONSIN (CBS 58) -- A former Wisconsin congressman faced a Senate confirmation hearing in Washington Wednesday. 

"If confirmed, I will work to reduce the red tape that slows critical infrastructure projects, ensuring funds are spent efficiently, we use the tax dollar well," said Sean Duffy. 

Duffy is nominated to serve in President-elect Donald Trump's cabinet as secretary of transportation. 

Duffy is considered to be one of the less controversial of the Trump cabinet choices. 

He served four full terms in the House, representing a district in northern Wisconsin. 

He resigned in 2019 for family reasons.