Political Quotes

“my goal in Congress is the promotion of livable communities; communities that are safe, healthy and economically secure. By definition, livable communities must have a top-notch school system and must protect the physical and mental well-being of children, adults and seniors. The annual Labor, Health and Human Services and Education Appropriations bills form the primary Federal contribution to meet these critical needs. Unfortunately, this year's Labor, Health and Education bill (H.R. 4577) falls short and I must oppose it. H.R. 4577 cuts from the President's budget $1 billion in teacher quality and improvement programs and $38 million that would have ensured 1.6 million elderly and disabled Americans receive quality nursing care. The bill also leaves out $1.5 billion in payments for the education of disabled children, money that the House of Representatives has indicated, by vote, should be provided to local school districts. The list goes on. I am extremely discouraged that H.R. 4577 underfunds health and education programs while at the same time Congress is setting a course for a broken budget.”