It was our intent, I say to the gentleman, if he will continue to yield time, that those reserve funds be used currently in a way that will assure the House that we are committed to making certain that those people currently who are receiving assistance will have a continued commitment from the committee and from the House.
Discussing the use of reserve funds for ongoing assistance during a House debate.
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