Susan Collins actually said...

"The welfare and safety of tenants must be safeguarded, and federally subsidized properties must represent fair value to the tenant and the taxpayer alike."

"I do recognize that a reverse mortgage can be very helpful to some of our seniors, but it seems to me it is fraught with risks for others."

"This program has provided over 400,000 affordable homes for very-low-income elderly individuals."

"I am also concerned for the public housing authorities who are being forced to reduce spending at the expense of families in need."