Joe Baca: “I rise to support H. Res. 1079, a resolution supporting the goals and ideals of Financial Literacy Month and thank my…”

“I rise to support H. Res. 1079, a resolution supporting the goals and ideals of Financial Literacy Month and thank my friend and colleague Mr. Hinojosa for offering it. I also want to thank Mr. Hinojosa for his leadership of the Financial and Economic Literacy Caucus (FELC), of which I am a proud member. This year, the theme for my annual women's conference was ``Financial Literacy for Women,'' to recognize the importance of educating and encouraging women to take steps that could result in a better financial future for themselves and their families. At this conference, I invited speakers to motivate the women in my district to think about their finances and plan for the future. That's what this resolution is all about, ensuring that individuals from all walks of life-- women, men, young and old--recognize the importance of managing personal finances, increase personal savings and reduce their debt. In these tough economic times it is important that we all prepare for our financial future.”