Nydia Velázquez: “We cannot endure another unequal crisis or unequal recovery.”

Therefore, we must consider the many other drivers of inflation to create a comprehensive policy response, not play political games.

I commend Mr. Phillips and Mr. Meuser for their bipartisan work on H.R. 1651, the Small Business 7(a) Loan Agent Transparency Act.

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.

Of particular concern to me are the barriers that women, minority, and rural entrepreneurs face each and every day.