Howard Berman: “But foreign assistance programs also serve our economic and national security interests.”

the amount shows in each of the last 3 fiscal years cuts by the Congress from the requested amount, particularly in construction, maintenance, and Embassy security.

At the point where I am recognized, I will be also seeking unanimous consent for the same kind of referral of time to your control.

Over the past few months, tensions in the South China Sea have escalated.

I have no further requests for time. If the gentlelady is prepared to close, I am prepared to relinquish my remaining time. Mr. Speaker, I urge support for the legislation, and I yield back the balance of my time.