Political Quotes

On the recordApril 17, 2018
A budget, which fails to adequately protect housing for the 5 million families currently served through HUD's rental assistance programs, cannot possibly give these families any real chance at improved economic or health outcomes.
Said by
Susan Collins
Republican · Maine

Editor's note · Context

Collins emphasizes the budget's failure to support families relying on HUD assistance.

Share & report

More from Susan Collins

May 21, 2025

I have said and made clear that I do not want to take away Medicaid benefits.

cnn.com
May 12, 2025

This raises questions about whether the administration would be in compliance with the gift law.

motherjones.com
Jul 23, 2025

Imposing tariffs on Canada, Maine’s closest trading partner, threatens jobs, drives up costs, and hurts small businesses that have long relied on cross-border cooperation and exchange.

cnbc.com
Aug 29, 2025

Given that this package was sent to Congress very close to the end of the fiscal year when the funds are scheduled to expire, this is an apparent attempt to rescind appropriated funds without congressional approval.

cbsnews.com

Other voices in this conversation