Rubén Hinojosa

Some fear that additional regulations will harm the smaller financial institutions that arguably serve currently as the foundation of our Nation's economy.

It is with great sadness that I rise to urge my colleagues on both sides of the aisle to pass the American DREAM Act. This past weekend, I learned of the tragic death of Joaquin Luna, a senior student at Juarez Lincoln High School in…

84 percent of the young adults surveyed said that making college more affordable should be a priority for Congress.

Today’s hearing is an opportunity for this committee to reaffirm its commitment to affordability, accessibility, equity, and student success in higher education.

The passage of the Student Aid and Fiscal Responsibility Act made the largest investment in student financial aid since the GI bill.

In the past several years, Democrats have taken historic steps to make a quality higher education more accessible and affordable for greater numbers of students.

It’s vitally important that we do not create new obstacles for low-income, first-generation college, non-traditional, and minority students.

SAFRA, a tremendous victory for students, families, and taxpayers, made Federal college loans more stable and efficient at no cost to the taxpayers.

I commend the Department of Education for their leadership in making a seamless and successful nationwide transition to the Direct Student Loan Program.

On rollcall No. 745, had I been present, I would have voted ``yea.''

Jobs must be our number one priority.

I strongly agree with President Obama on the need to expedite the passage of the American Jobs Act.

On rollcall No. 693, had I been present, I would have voted ``nay.'' The SPEAKER pro tempore. The question is on the resolution. The question was taken; and the Speaker pro tempore announced that the ayes appeared to have it. Recorded Vote

In my congressional district, the IDEA public high schools, a network of high quality public charter schools, have done a terrific job of preparing minorities, English language learners, and students with disabilities for college and…

On rollcall No. 515, had I been present, I would have voted ``no.'' Amendment No. 61 Offered by Ms. Foxx The Acting CHAIR (Mr. Mack). The unfinished business is the demand for a recorded vote on the amendment offered by the gentlewoman…

I strongly support the Department of Education's final rule on gainful employment for a number of reasons.

During my 15-year tenure in Congress, I have fought vigorously to expand accessibility and affordability in higher education.

As members of these two committees, we have a tremendous responsibility to exercise oversight and ensure that these taxpayer dollars are spent wisely.

On rollcall No. 442, had I been present, I would have voted ``aye.'' Amendment No. 3 offered by Mr. Blumenauer The Acting CHAIR. The unfinished business is the demand for a recorded vote on the amendment offered by the gentleman from…

During rollcall vote No. 273, I was unavoidably detained. Had I been present, I would have voted ``aye.''

On rollcall No. 258, had I been present, I would have voted ``nay.'' ____________________

On rollcall No. 221, had I been present, I would have voted ``nay.'' The SPEAKER pro tempore. The question is on the resolution. The question was taken; and the Speaker pro tempore announced that the ayes appeared to have it. Recorded Vote

I think it is our responsibility in Congress to take that as one of the priorities that in this committee we are going to see that is clear and doable.

It is imperative that Congress and the Department of Education provide strong oversight for these federal student dollars.

I know that this is the time in our country where legislators are cutting back on their investment in higher education and it is quite challenging for you to do your work.