Rick Allen actually said...

"We encourage Congress to make the Hunger Free Communities a stand-alone component of the farm bill with mandatory funding to increase the capacity of states developing innovative partnerships."

"Mr. Chairman, unequivocally yes, it is a high priority for the tribes."

"We need to step back and reflect on what the Congress intended in terms of empowering tribal governments."

"It is definitely an honor to come before the Committee again and to share our thoughts and views of the countless tribes that we represent and advocate for their sovereignty and their rights as govern..."