Indeed, community financial institutions are crucial to our Nation's economy, and they are the primary source of credit for millions of Americans in underserved and rural areas, and for many local businesses.
Meeks emphasizes the importance of community financial institutions for the economy.
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Mr. Speaker, I yield 1\1/2\ minutes to the gentleman from New York (Mr. Goldman).
Mr. Chair, I claim the time in opposition, even though I am not opposed to the amendment. The Acting CHAIR. Without objection, the gentleman from New York is recognized for 5 minutes. There was no objection.
Mr. Speaker, I rise in strong support of H.R. 8361, as amended, and I yield myself such time as I may consume. Mr. Speaker, 2\1/2\ years ago, we saw an unprovoked and brutal invasion of Ukraine by Russia, an act that has destabilized…
I generally believe that bank mergers should be assessed on the merits, particularly the individual application put forth.
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