I won't need all of that minute, but I want to thank the gentleman for the time. This bill is so vital, not only to stopping drug trafficking, but supporting our communities, helping youth within the Caribbean to reach their potential. I want to thank the authors of this bill. I am grateful this is a bipartisan effort to not forget the Caribbean. I thank my colleague, Mr. Espaillat, and the members of the committee.
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