Political Quotes

“Mr. McKEON. Mr. Speaker, I rise in support of H.R. 2428, the Bill Emerson Good Samaritan Food Donation Act. This is an important piece of legislation and so appropriately named for our dear friend, Bill Emerson. H.R. 2428 is designed to encourage the donation of food and grocery products to nonprofit organizations engaged in distribution of such items to the needy. The bill will relieve concerns over liability that currently exist and that deter companies and individuals from donating as freely as they would like. Bill Emerson had a keen interest in nutrition programs and spent a considerable amount of time focusing and working to improve nutrition programs during his congressional career. The Bill Emerson Good Samaritan Food Donation Act compliments the existing programs nicely by encouraging community involvement in the effort to feed those in need. Again, this bill is a fitting tribute to Bill Emerson who is already greatly missed by this body. Enactment of this legislation will ensure that his work will continue to be recognized, especially by those involved in efforts to feed the needy, for many, many years to come. Mr. Speaker, I urge support for H.R. 2428, the Bill Emerson Good Samaritan Act.”