Grace Meng

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

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

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

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

As millions across our nation continue to be impacted by the coronavirus, many continue to live in fear following the dramatic increase of threats and attacks against those of Asian descent since the COVID-19 outbreak. Since January 2020…

On July 21, 2020, President Trump issued a Presidential Memorandum to exclude undocumented immigrants from being counted in reapportionment for Congress. The Constitution explicitly requires an ``actual Enumeration'' of all ``persons,''…

the Asian Pacific American story is the American story.

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

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

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

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

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.

My amendment adds two advisory positions to the U.S. Export Finance Agency's Advisory Committee, one who represents 4- year colleges and one who represents community colleges. The Advisory Committee, which currently is comprised of 17…

My amendment would direct the U.S. Export Finance Agency to develop and place minorities and women in paid internships. While the agency has done important work to expand market opportunities for American businesses around the globe…

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…

My amendment would ensure that community colleges are included in the U.S. Export Finance Agency's efforts to diversify its workforce. We must ensure community colleges are not left out of the broader target of colleges and universities in…

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 17, insert ``Asian American- and Native American Pacific Islander-serving institutions,''…

My amendment would ensure that the United States Export Finance Agency's efforts to diversify its workforce include outreach to Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-serving institutions, AANAPISIs. AANAPISIs, like other…

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 8, line 4, after ``internships'' insert ``(including paid internships)''. The Acting CHAIR. Pursuant…

I thank the gentleman for his words, and I yield back the balance of my time.

I thank the gentleman for his words, and I yield back the balance of my time.

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 10, after line 19, insert the following: (f) Additional Advisory Committee Members.--Section 3(d) of…

Protecting women and children from harmful chemicals is one of my top priorities. That is why, I introduced a package of bills to ensure safeguards are in place to bolster consumer confidence that the products they purchase are safe for…

That is why, yesterday, I introduced the Safe Drinking Water in Playgrounds and Parks Act, which would ensure that states, schools, and municipalities have the necessary resources to replace drinking water fountains in those places.