Political Quotes

“I share the distinguished chairman of the Agriculture Committee's enthusiasm for the WIC Program. I would point out that the budget resolution as reported by the Budget Committee included $3.6 billion for this program, an 11 percent increase over last year's levels. This level of funding would keep this program on track for full funding in fiscal year 1996. Senator Boxer's amendment that we adopted yesterday added $100 million, bringing the total level of funding to $3.7 billion or 14 percent over last year's level. WIC, which has now been in existence for 20 years, is certainly one of the most successful of all Federal programs. Providing nutritious food and vital services to at-risk low-income women and children invests not only in their future, but also reduces the potential for costly health problems. I commend my colleague from Vermont for his strong leadership on the WIC Program and child nutrition in general.”