Grace Meng

You don't have to do it by putting a bull's eye on the back of Asian Americans.

We cannot turn a blind eye to people living in fear.

Our community is bleeding. We are in pain, and for the last year, we have been screaming out for help.

For over a year, Asian Americans have been fighting an additional virus of hate and bigotry.

I was wondering if and how EDA is evaluating applications from high-poverty urban areas to ensure their applications receive additional priority?

Last year's spending bill included language requiring EDA to direct 10 percent of its funds towards helping persistent-poverty counties, specifically in rural areas.

When it comes to making hard decisions about infrastructure, low-income communities and communities of color often get the short end of the stick.

I think this is great and will help maintain U.S.' scientific leadership globally.

The Asian-American community has really been screaming for help for more than a year.

I wanted to echo the comments and questions and concerns of my colleague Representative Brenda Lawrence about ensuring that inmates have sufficient menstrual hygiene products in our facilities.

What policies does the BOP have in place to ensure that pregnant inmates have access to regular quality prenatal care?

I have two questions. One is about pregnant inmates, which, as you know, are especially vulnerable population.

The programs administered by FNS have been real lifesaving for my constituents both before COVID and especially over this last year.

I believe that this policy can't be justified from a nutrition standard, when an untoasted sandwich is eligible for purchase but a toasted sandwich is not.

Lines at food banks and pantries are longer than I have ever seen in my life.

This has been a program, especially during the pandemic, that has really benefited people in my district.

Unclear rule changes in each round, lack of communication, vendor changes, and then lack of accountability.

I ardently hope we can work together to preserve the unique histories of all Americans, including Asian Pacific Americans, for future generations.

The Asian Pacific American story is the American story.

I come before you today to emphasize the need to weave the narrative to the Asian Pacific American communities into the greater American story.

It is crucial that we honor the rich history and culture of Latino Americans and Asian Pacific Americans.

The Safe from the Start Act will increase dedicated GBV interventions, integrate GBV risk mitigation across all humanitarian sectors, and increase accountability.

This legislation is intended to help the humanitarian community take preventative measures and ensure that quality services are available for survivors from the onset of an emergency or crisis.

One of my top priorities as a Member of Congress is protecting those who are vulnerable around the world.

I have an amendment at the desk. The Acting CHAIR. The Clerk will designate the amendment. The text of the amendment is as follows: Page 7, line 18, insert ``community colleges,'' after ``women's colleges,''. The Acting CHAIR. Pursuant to…