Daniel Akaka: “I think it is critical that the Federal Government support an appropriate level of inspection to keep invasive species…”

When Americans make wise economic decisions and are protected from bad actors, our economy and Nation are stronger for it.

I want to say aloha and thank you so much for being here today for the Committee's oversight hearing on Reclaiming Our Image and Identity for the Next Seven Generations.

Financial literacy and consumer protection issues are very close to my heart.

That is why I have worked hard during my time in Congress to educate, protect, and empower consumers.