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Rashida Tlaib
@rashidatlaib· Democratic · MI· Jul 13, 2023

Here is a heartbreaking fact about the reality of war: Every single day in our country, about 17 veterans die by suicide. That is 17 families whose lives will never be the same. I am thinking of one of our mothers in the 12th Congressional…

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Rashida Tlaib
@rashidatlaib· Democratic · MI· Jul 13, 2023

Today I recognize Mother Patricia ``Pat'' Braxton, as we call her, ``Mother Pat,'' a legacy of our community, as she celebrates 75 years of life. In all the years I have known Mother Pat, she has been an active public servant and advocate…

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Rashida Tlaib
@rashidatlaib· Democratic · MI· Jul 13, 2023

I would like to begin by thanking Ranking Member Smith, Mr. McGovern, and their staffs for working with us on this critically important amendment and for their leadership throughout this NDAA process. As we know, Mr. Chair, with war…

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Rashida Tlaib
@rashidatlaib· Democratic · MI· Jul 13, 2023

I demand a recorded vote. The Acting CHAIR. Pursuant to clause 6 of rule XVIII, further proceedings on the amendment offered by the gentlewoman from Michigan will be postponed. The Chair understands that amendment No. 29 will not be…

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Rashida Tlaib
@rashidatlaib· Democratic · MI· Jul 13, 2023

I have an amendment at the desk. The Acting CHAIR. The Clerk will designate the amendment. The text of the amendment is as follows: Strike section 1638. The Acting CHAIR. Pursuant to House Resolution 583, the gentlewoman from Michigan (Ms…

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Gary Peters
@garypeters· Democratic · MI· Jul 13, 2023

reserving the right to object, I certainly appreciate Senator Hagerty's concerns. The freedom of speech, freedom of association, and freedom of the press are all very foundations of our Nation. But I am also concerned about the power of…

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Hillary Scholten
@hillaryscholten· Democratic · MI· Jul 12, 2023

Despite being at the forefront of PFAS research and remediation efforts, there is much we do not understand.

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Jack Bergman
@jackbergman· Republican · MI· Jul 12, 2023

To quickly amplify on Mr. Gallagher's comments, sometimes you don't know what you don't know until it is too late, and the Intelligence and Special Operations Subcommittee focuses on knowing things early to prevent disaster. Today, I rise…

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John James
@johnjames· Republican · MI· Jul 12, 2023

I want places like Warren, Sterling Heights, and Rochester Hills in my 10th congressional District in Michigan to help America elevate its game.

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Hillary Scholten
@hillaryscholten· Democratic · MI· Jul 12, 2023

For everyone across America, determinants of health for communities and individuals hinges on water quality and sustainability.

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John James
@johnjames· Republican · MI· Jul 12, 2023

That is why I introduced the No American Tax Dollars to the CCP Act, which prevents the CCP from profiting off of us.

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Hillary Scholten
@hillaryscholten· Democratic · MI· Jul 12, 2023

This is not an isolated incident in Michigan's Third Congressional District: our state economy--and our nation's economy--relies on the Great Lakes and its watershed.

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Hillary Scholten
@hillaryscholten· Democratic · MI· Jul 12, 2023

we have seen firsthand how lead and PFAS in our waterways and homes affects the health of our community.

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Rashida Tlaib
@rashidatlaib· Democratic · MI· Jul 12, 2023

Any time two firms control more than 90 percent of a market, concern is entirely appropriate.

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Bill Huizenga
@billhuizenga· Republican · MI· Jul 12, 2023

Obviously, ensuring a way of sufficient baseload generation is significant.

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Bill Huizenga
@billhuizenga· Republican · MI· Jul 12, 2023

It is amazing. Yesterday, this side of the aisle was compared to, 'Trotskyites.'

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Shri Thanedar
@shrithanedar· Democratic · MI· Jul 12, 2023

Despite the fraud, which is certainly concerning, it being a dark spot in the COVID relief program, our recovery has been nothing short of remarkable.

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