Nydia Velázquez: “We designed the CFPB to be an independent organization, outside the influence of Congress and, most importantly, from…”

I am really pleased to support this legislation to enhance the Office of Rural Affairs. And I commend Mr. Goldman for his commitment and dedication to making this office operate more effectively for rural small businesses.

Republicans want to cut vital food and healthcare support programs to pay for a tax cut for billionaires and large corporations. The GOP wants working families to pay for their billionaire handouts.

You know how we win? Not by chanting, but by knocking on doors.

I am committed to working in a bipartisan manner to enact legislation that assists small businesses.