Grace Meng: “Had I been present, I would have voted ``yea'' on rollcall No. 623. ____________________”

I want to take this opportunity to thank you for your leadership in responding to violent crime, and specifically, hate crimes in the United States in the last several years.

Every American—no matter their race or socioeconomic background—deserves access to affordable, high-quality health care.

“May is Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, a time to honor our communities’ immeasurable contributions to our nation’s history, culture, and prosperity,” said Representative Grace Meng.

I rise in strong opposition to this amendment. The bill, as it stands, already cuts 83 percent of the contributions to international organization accounts compared to fiscal year 2024 and excludes funding for our treaty obligations, as…