For the purpose of debate only, I yield the customary 30 minutes to the distinguished gentleman from Georgia (Mr. Woodall), my friend, pending which I yield myself such time as I may consume. During consideration of this resolution, all…
Joe Morelle
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Joseph D. Morelle is an American politician currently serving as a member of the United States House of Representatives from New York's 25th congressional district, a position he has held since April 2018. A member of the Democratic Party, Morelle has focused on various issues including healthcare, education, and economic development during his tenure. He has been an advocate for policies aimed at improving access to healthcare and supporting local communities in New York. Morelle's legislative work reflects his commitment to addressing the needs of his constituents and promoting progressive values.
I want to know, Madam Secretary, if you will commit to publishing monthly reports indicating whether schools have letters of credit and whether the Department has those letters of credit on hand and how much they are worth?
Many students attending for-profit colleges are working adults with families, often living paycheck to paycheck.
I do note for my friend, Mr. Burgess, whom I serve on the Rules Committee with, that we, in an effort to enhance bipartisanship, made his amendment in order. I believe it is the first amendment in order, and I certainly expect that it will…
I find that troubling. Someone-- I dealt with letters of credit, insurance and collateral as a chairman of the Insurance committee in the New York State Assembly, and find this, frankly, if it is true, financially irresponsible.
I would like--I appreciate that, and obviously, what I would like to know in addition to that is if there was no letter of credit, what steps you would take to make sure that the liabilities were covered...
When there has been an unwillingness to cut funding from critical programs that benefit students and taxpayers.