I thank Senator Alfonse D'Amato for his support of this VA- HUD Appropriations legislation and for our joint efforts to bring the benefits of homeownership to as many American families as possible. The subcommittee recognizes the local efforts of the Riverhead Corp. Revitalization and Preservation to increase access to homeownership on Long Island, where I know housing and development costs can often be prohibitive. I urge the Department of Housing and Urban Development to seriously consider any application for assistance on the part of the Riverhead Corp. under the Capacity Building program initiative. I too commend the Riverhead Corp. for its successful and innovative efforts to improve communities and enhance home-ownership opportunities.
On the recordJuly 22, 1997
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Discussing support for VA-HUD Appropriations and homeownership initiatives during Senate floor debate.
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