Political Quotes

“Mr. Speaker, I yield myself such time as I may consume. Mr. Speaker, I rise in strong support of this updated version of the Heroes Act. The health and economic catastrophe facing our country continues to cry out for urgent action. In May, a bipartisan majority in the House passed the Heroes Act to provide critical support for our country to crush the coronavirus so that we can protect lives and reopen our economy. Unfortunately, that legislation has lingered for more than 4 months as President Trump continues to downplay the severity of this pandemic. This updated version of the Heroes Act seeks to meet Republicans halfway while addressing needs that have grown since May. As Speaker Pelosi and Secretary Mnuchin continue their negotiations, the House's consideration of this legislation formalizes this body's proffer in these negotiations. To that end, we have updated the earlier versions of the Heroes Act by including strengthened support for small businesses, additional assistance for airline industry workers, and more funds for the children, for schools, for postsecondary education, and for childcare. Near and dear to my heart, we have also added a substantial investment in global public health that will save lives at home and abroad. Moreover, House Democrats have maintained many of the earlier priorities of the Heroes Act.…”