"Our transportation infrastructure continues to serve as the foundation for our economy and our quality of life."
"Public office is a public trust. Even the appearance of impropriety can severely damage our institution."
"I always want to register my serious concern with the Department's so-called rent reforms, which would essentially shift HUD program costs on to residents."
"It is not an exaggeration to say that America, the most prosperous Nation in the world is in the midst of a housing crisis."
"Yet today, in no state in this country, can a person working full-time at the Federal minimum wage afford a two-bedroom apartment at the fair market rent."
"HUD's mission is to provide affordable housing, to foster community development, and to protect both renters and homeowners from discrimination."
"Absolutely."
"I did believe in the whistleblower program. I endorsed it."
"Looking at this budget proposal, I have to conclude that Trump administration's priorities are elsewhere. It is a heartless request."
"For years nearly all of HUD's affordable housing and community development programs have been underfunded compared to demonstrated need."
"Access to stable and affordable housing has broad positive impacts. It leads to better health, better education outcomes, higher lifetime earnings, especially for children."