On the recordJuly 23, 2014
Let me conclude by saying that I urge all of my colleagues, Democrats and Republicans, to support H.R. 5111. This is a very important piece of legislation that will help the victims of child sex trafficking. It will decriminalize their behavior. It will help rescue them from the horrible situations that we have heard tonight. Let me also share that it is not only about H.R. 5111, but it is about all of the bills that we are hearing tonight that I ask this House to support. I would certainly be remiss if I did not thank the House leadership on both sides of the aisle for allowing us to bring these important bills forward and also my entire staff, but specifically my legislative director for all of her hard work. Lastly, to Congresswoman Bass, let me say thank you for being someone who has led this charge and has been willing to work with me and others on helping bring all of our bills forward. Mr. Speaker, I yield back the balance of my time.
