On the recordJuly 25, 2013
Mr. Speaker, just last week, I had the privilege of speaking to students who attend Florida International University in my district. These students included Democrats, Republicans, and Independents. But their message was clear: it is time for Congress to help keep college affordable. That is why I have supported efforts to prevent and reverse the doubling of the Federal student loan rates that took effect on July 1. This issue is too important for us to delay any further. I was very encouraged that the Senate yesterday passed a strong bipartisan compromise bill to lower these rates. I urge the House leadership, Mr. Speaker, to bring this bill to the floor and keep college rates affordable for our Nation's students. ____________________
