Jerry Lewis: “The HOME Program and the Neighborhood Reinvestment Corporation are two programs that cater to nonprofits and Community…”

“The HOME Program and the Neighborhood Reinvestment Corporation are two programs that cater to nonprofits and Community Development Corporations that have successfully changed neighborhoods in tangible, real ways. The CDC's that utilize the John Heinz Program are eligible to apply for these funds. Additionally, the CDC's are eligible also for funding from CDBG, a program that we will be replenishing further later in our discussions this evening. Despite its popularity and flexibility, however, the CDBG program should be more aggressive about encouraging these very types of partnerships and monitoring whether CDBG funds are spent on eligible activities and assist low and moderate income families. I pledge to the gentlewoman that I intend to address this concern as this legislation moves through the appropriations process. I want to thank her very much for bringing this matter to our attention.”