Judy Chu actually said...

"SBA's loan program, including the 504 program, is designed to fill the gaps left by the private markets."

"California is the fifth-largest economy in the world, and small businesses are the backbone of our thriving economy."

"On this Committee, we are focused on making sure that small businesses... can access the capital that they need to start, grow, and create new jobs."

"I especially want to thank the witnesses who have traveled from across the country to be here with us today."