[Congressional Record Volume 143, Number 12 (Tuesday, February 4, 1997)]
[House]
[Page H250]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                 REPUBLICAN HOUSING OPPORTUNITY CAUCUS

  (Mr. METCALF asked and was given permission to address the House for 
1 minute.)
  Mr. METCALF. Mr. Speaker, with the help of Representatives Johnson, 
Lazio, English, and Weller, I have formed the Republican Housing 
Opportunity Caucus to highlight the importance of affordable housing to 
all Americans.
  The mission of this caucus is to give Members of Congress who are 
interested in housing policies an opportunity to explore every possible 
strategy to enhance home ownership and affordable housing, to discuss 
their concerns and coordinate a response. There is nothing glamorous 
about housing, but we all know how important it is. It is not just a 
roof over one's head but a place you can call home, a place of your 
own.
  There are still problems. The first-time home buyer rate remains low 
and many families cannot find affordable housing. This caucus can help 
to establish a comprehensive approach to housing needs.
  If my colleagues are interested in being part of this caucus, please 
call my office.

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