Nydia Velázquez actually said...

"While its goals are worthy, they are also forcing small contractors out of the marketplace and impeding new entrants."

"I look forward to working with my colleagues on both sides of the aisle to advance policies that ensure small businesses have meaningful ways to contract with the federal government."

"It is clear from your testimony that governmentwide contracts have changed how small firms do business with the federal government."

"Those that have served in our Armed Forces are often natural entrepreneurs as has been discussed here."