Judy Chu actually said...

"By including these groups in the 8(a) program, Congress sought to harness the purchasing power of the Federal Government to address the disproportionate levels of economic hardship experienced by indi..."

"The 8(a) program has helped to level the playing field for small businesses owned by at least 51 percent socially and economically disadvantaged individuals."

"I am pleased to be chairing this hearing today to discuss the 8(a) business development program as it applies to Native 8(a) contractors."

"In the 116th Congress, this Committee has been committed to taking a closer look at the various SBA contracting programs."