Patrick McHenry actually said...

"I want to make sure that the Blanks family of Fruitvale, Texas, do not lose their credit card."

"Make no mistake about it, if this bill passes, it is going to be a lot harder for people to access the credit they need to pay their bills, cover their medical emergencies, or finance a large purchase..."

"the point that I think Congressman Shuler and I, as well as Congressman Jones, are making is that we have an established process, and what we would like to do is reform that process and make it work."

"I cannot support this legislation, which would allow the Lumbee to circumvent the process, while other groups diligently work toward the goal of recognition through the Office of Federal Acknowledgeme..."