Nydia Velázquez: “the number of applications is low, very low, and then the fact that only in 2 weeks, the last 2 weeks, 400 had applied…”

the public housing operating fund will face a 78-percent cut

Let me remind you; when it comes to small businesses, there is not a republican or a democratic approach to it.

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

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.