Forever chemicals are everywhere in our modern society and are harmful to human health and environment.

As SBA moves forward with these rule changes, this committee must ensure that they are responsibly implemented and do not negatively impact the 7(a) program and individual borrowers.

The last thing we want is for unintended consequences of sweeping changes by rulemaking without detailing accompanying SOPs to harm the future of this program.

Increasing access to capital for underserved entrepreneurs has been and will remain a priority for me as the top democrat on this committee.

How can we expedite these processes in terms of implementation of the requirements of the Safe Port Act of 2006?

It is vital for our national security and our economic future that we invest in protecting our seaports from attacks.

So it would be irresponsible for us to stop this bilateral inspections of each other's ports.

We have to accelerate domestic electric vehicle development. We're competing in global marketplace.

Today I'm eager to hear from our witnesses about how Federal agencies work together to protect our ports and safeguard the free flow of commerce.

Last month we had the opportunity to meet with port operators, including from the port of Detroit in my district, my home district, regarding the security of our Nation's maritime ports.

I'm a strong supporter of this program, but it's going to expire at the end of this year.

In my opinion, simply put, ESG is politization of investing and continues to be weaponized by the radical left.

in my opinion, ESG investments distribute money based on political agendas. That is not their job.

So how are we going to make polluters pay?

Thank you for your leadership.

What a wonderful tribute, so thank you so much, Senator Lujan.

Families are struggling, and it's clear there needs to be a longer-term solution.

Thank you, Chairman Gimenez, for calling this important hearing.