Maxine Waters said "Mr. Speaker, HUD plays a vital role in providing safe and affordable housing to families all across the United States. Families depend on HUD's programs to keep a roof over their heads. H.R. 225 would allow Congress and the public to hear directly from an independent oversight authority, provided one is ever confirmed, and offer more transparency into the functions and operations of HUD, especially at a time when Trump's appointees are abusing their power. I again urge my colleagues to support this bill, and I yield back the balance of my time." @ PoliticalQuotes.com

On the recordDecember 1, 2025

Mr. Speaker, HUD plays a vital role in providing safe and affordable housing to families all across the United States. Families depend on HUD's programs to keep a roof over their heads. H.R. 225 would allow Congress and the public to hear directly from an independent oversight authority, provided one is ever confirmed, and offer more transparency into the functions and operations of HUD, especially at a time when Trump's appointees are abusing their power. I again urge my colleagues to support this bill, and I yield back the balance of my time.

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Maxine Waters

Democratic · California

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Editor's note · Context

Discussing the importance of HUD and advocating for H.R. 225 during a House floor debate.

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