Haley Stevens actually said...

"We should celebrate the successes of innovation hubs such as Silicon Valley and Boston and continue to support their role in advancing U.S. competitiveness."

"The Federal government has long been a partner in building regional innovation economies through many agencies with different missions."

"Such a plan, if developed and implemented carefully, could spark economic activity, build community wealth, and help close the gap in access to the innovation economy for communities of color and rura..."

"Thank you to Chairman Foster and Chairwoman Stevens for holding this important hearing."