But all of us are keenly aware of programs that could be immeasurably helped by that amount of money. $19 million. targeted in a few of mv counties where unemployment rests at 25 percent. could provide considerable relief for people truly in need. By way of background. Mr. Speaker. the Cuban loan pogram was authorized by the Migration and Refugee Assistance Act of 1962. Over 16.000 individuals have participated in the program. borrowing over $34 million. between 1962 and 1977 when the program. for all intents and purposes. terminated. During the life of the program. the repayment record of the borrowers was very good.