[Congressional Record Volume 152, Number 43 (Thursday, April 6, 2006)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E530]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




 THE PRESIDENT'S BUDGET: SACRIFICING SERVICES VITAL TO WOMEN AND THEIR 
                                FAMILIES

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                          HON. DORIS O. MATSUI

                             of california

                    in the house of representatives

                        Wednesday, April 5, 2006

  Ms. MATSUI. Mr. Speaker, the budget the House will debate tomorrow 
will keep us on the same irresponsible and unsustainable path that 
America has been traveling for the past 5 years. As a consequence of 
massive tax cuts, this budget continues to run dangerous fiscal 
deficits . . . while under-investing in programs vital to developing 
future generations of Americans.
  For instance, the President's budget freezes funding for Head Start. 
As a result 19,000 children will have to be cut from Head Start next 
year. When I was home in my district, I toured the Nedra Court & 
Whispering Pines Head Start programs. They offer comprehensive child 
development programs vital to women's economic well-being and the 
ability of their children to succeed in school.
  I understand we are in a tight fiscal situation and we need to be 
realistic. But we need to start making smarter spending decisions--like 
ensuring children succeed in school and that parents have the resources 
to support them.
  Yes, we need to be making tough choices, but not on the backs of 
women and future generations.

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