On the recordNovember 16, 2009
We obviously would work with Congress if you direct that this is something that is a priority and that you believe that it needs to be expanded and you provide us the legislative authority.
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congress.govWe obviously would work with Congress if you direct that this is something that is a priority and that you believe that it needs to be expanded and you provide us the legislative authority.
Vilsack emphasizes the need for legislative authority to expand food programs.
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