Political Quotes

“I am honored to be on the floor today to support a bill brought to the floor by the distinguished chair of the Appropriations Committee, Nita Lowey from New York. Her service on that committee for decades has been a blessing to our country. I have seen firsthand her leadership for America's families, for our country, for our communities, and for our children. We have worked together on women's issues, HIV/AIDS, you name it, every subject, minority health issues and the rest. And here we are today with this legislation that is so needed for our country. It is really hard to understand what it is that people would oppose in the legislation. The Appropriations Committee has done a masterful job. You have been a maestro, Madam Chair, as well as your staff, for putting this legislation together. I am in Congress because of children. I am always here for the children. I wanted to start my comments by saying what this legislation would mean to a family of four. {time} 1800 This is a lifeline for workers and families who are facing this coronavirus disaster. For a family of four earning $24,000, Heroes 2 would mean direct payments, a $3,400 direct payment; unemployment benefits of $600 per week in enhanced UI benefits; tax credits up to $5,920 through the EITC, and a fully refundable $4,000 tax credit, equaling an additional $1,200 in refunds. I mention that because some have said: Why don't you like this other bill and that bill?…”