Gwen Moore: “Simply just hoping and praying and wishing that minority and small contractors get an opportunity, those who already…”

These programs are not without need of reform. However, reauthorization is crucial to the economic growth and stability and to protect our economic security and interests in our hemisphere. Mr. Speaker, I urge support of this legislation.

The Foster Youth Housing Opportunity Act, which I co-lead with Chairman LaHood, would exempt housing supportive services, such as security deposits and utility connection fees, from the 30 percent housing cap under Chafee. This will allow…

The practice of child marriage should not exist anywhere, especially not in the U.S.

I thought it was very -- I told him there was some consolation that he felt concerned about these things, too.