Political Quotes

“Mr. Speaker, I rise in support of the Jackie Walorski MIECHV Reauthorization Act. Maternal, infant, and childhood home visiting programs support pregnant women and their young children with evidence-based approaches that improve maternal and child health outcomes for the most vulnerable. Over the last 30 years, I have taken care of many single mothers who struggled to take care of their children. Sadly, the problem is only getting worse with the explosion of fatherlessness in this country. This is a program we all wish didn't need to exist, but we are all very glad that it does. This is actually when the government gets it right. I personally have been in these homes, when I was in the State legislature, and these young women desperately need our help. Even more so, the children of these single mothers need our help. This program will help young mothers get the help that they need for their children. These are not handouts; these are hand-ups. This is what government is supposed to do. I am proud of our colleague and dear friend, the late Congresswoman Walorski, for her dedicated leadership on behalf of women and babies throughout the country. Jackie shined a bright light in this Chamber and was resolute in her love and support for American families. This bill cements her legacy and will improve the lives of millions of Americans for generations to come.…”