Political Quotes

“I thank the gentleman from Ohio (Mr. Wenstrup), my dear friend, for yielding to me. Mr. Speaker, I rise in strong support of H.R. 8876, the Jackie Walorski Maternal and Child Home Visiting Reauthorization Act. I would commend Chairman Neal, Chairman Davis, Ranking Member Brady, and all the members of the Committee on Ways and Means for bringing this legislation to the floor and honoring our late colleague and my dearest friend, a selfless servant, Jackie Walorski. The MIECHV program is backed by decades of research that proves home visits by a nurse, social worker, or other trained professional during pregnancy, and in the first year of a child's life supports positive parenting, improves maternal and child health, and promotes child development and school readiness. This program has proven vital to families in underserved communities, especially in my home State of Missouri. Life is a beautiful and precious gift, and all babies deserve the opportunity to thrive. Women need a strong support system as they navigate the miracles and the challenges of motherhood. This legislation that embodies my dear friend, Jackie Walorski, was very close to her heart. It will give women, especially the most vulnerable, the support they need to build a happy, healthy future for their children. Right now, Jackie Walorski's light is shining down on this institution and on the people of Indiana's Second District.…”