Lois Capps: “I rise to express my strong support for H. Res. 32, a resolution to honor Gabby Giffords as she recovers from her…”

“I rise to express my strong support for H. Res. 32, a resolution to honor Gabby Giffords as she recovers from her injuries, to pay tribute to those who lost their lives, and to thank those who helped the injured and prevented further loss of life. This is a devastating and emotional week for all of us here in Congress, for our staff, and for America as a whole. The senseless and atrocious loss of life in Tucson has infringed upon our sense of safety and decency. It has also left us grieving for a colleague, for her staff, and for the six Americans who lost their lives last Saturday. Representative Giffords--Gabby to so many of us--is truly a treasured Member of this body. She is a gifted legislator, frequently leading her colleagues on issues like solar energy, space endeavors, veterans health care, and comprehensive immigration reform. But Gabby is also known around Capitol Hill as a smart, generous, and unfailing dedicated public servant and friend.”