Political Quotes

“I rise to introduce the ``Independent Office of Advocacy Act of 2003.'' The SBA's Office of Advocacy is, unfortunately, one of our government's best kept secrets, and in many cases, the best hope for small businesses faced with over burdensome Federal regulations. The Office of Advocacy serves two critical roles: 1. it represents small business' interests before the Federal government in regulatory matters--taking advantage of its statutorily granted independence to argue against regulatory actions that impose too great a burden on small businesses to our economy and the forces that have an effect on them. This bill is designed to build on the success achieved by the Office of Advocacy over the past 26 years and to strengthen that foundation by making the Office of Advocacy a stronger, more effective advocate for all small businesses throughout the United States. This bill was approved unanimously by the Senate during the 106th and 107th Congresses. However, regrettably, the House failed to act in both cases. The Office of Advocacy, headed by the Chief Counsel for Advocacy, is a unique office with the Federal government.”