"However, the contracting community has raised several concerns with the DoD's strategy."
"Many small contractors have turned to their Paycheck Protection Program (PPP), anticipating they may be able to receive loan forgiveness."
"But they are not immune, and they have not been immune to the far-reaching effects of the COVID-19 pandemic."
"We Hispanic Americans, first generation, we should celebrate what a fantastic country we have."
"I want to congratulate Ms. Pilar Guzman because I think you are the epitome of the American dream."
"We must recognize that the numbers don't lie. This is not about parties or emotions, it is about numbers."
"And I thank you, because that is why I created a prosperity center within my congressional office."
"Small businesses are the foundation of our community. And during these difficult times our local job creators have been absolutely devastated."
"The amendment is simple. It adds only two words to the section about the community navigator pilot program."
"This extension will allow small businesses who are still struggling with the economic hardships of the coronavirus to further recover."
"What are we going to say to those people that owe that loan payment April 1st?"