This is an issue that has such important resonance for me.

I want to thank the Chairman for having this incredibly important hearing.

I can't tell you how many times in my community when I am out whether it is--you know, I am seeing older and older Americans out trying to make ends meet.

Actually it is one of the greatest assumptions and stereotypes that older workers are not going to stay in a position very long because they are just waiting till they are able to retire.

Madam Speaker, tomorrow, May 18, our Nation celebrates Armed Forces Day. Recognized the third Saturday in May since President Truman, Armed Forces Day is a time for us to pay special tribute to the brave men and women serving in all areas…

Madam Speaker, the new House Democratic majority has passed several important bills, including bills to protect Americans' healthcare. One of those important bills coming up is the Equality Act. First as a State legislator and now as a…

Mr. Speaker, this week, communities across the country honored law enforcement officers in recognition of National Police Week. Police officers put their lives on the line every day to protect our loved ones and neighbors. These brave men…

Mr. Chairman, I have an amendment at the desk. The Acting CHAIR. The Clerk will designate the amendment. The text of the amendment is as follows: Page 50, insert after line 2, the following: SEC. 205. CONSUMER OUTREACH, EDUCATION, AND…

Mr. Chair, I yield myself such time as I may consume. Mr. Chair, I rise today in support of an amendment to require greater accountability from the Department of Health and Human Services with respect to the Affordable Care Act. Time and…

Madam Speaker, this week is National Police Week, and I rise today to recognize a dedicated law enforcement professional from Bucks County, Pennsylvania, who recently retired after a very distinguished career in public service. Lieutenant…

Madam Speaker, I rise today to recognize two impressive student athletes from Bucks County, Pennsylvania, who are making their school and our entire community very proud. Justin Massielo and Emelie Curtis, students at Pennsbury High School…

Madam Speaker, I rise today to recognize a faith community in Bucks County, Pennsylvania, that recently celebrated a very special milestone. St. Michael's Evangelical Lutheran Church in Sellersville commemorates its 150th anniversary this…

Mr. Chairman, I would just, again, urge Members from both sides of the aisle to support this bill, and I yield back the balance of my time.

Madam Speaker, I rise today to recognize May as Community Action Month. This year marks the 55th year since the Community Action Network was established to help American families and communities overcome obstacles to poverty. There are…

Mr. Speaker, May is Mental Health Month, a time when we are encouraged to break down the stigmas that surround mental health. Normalizing conversations about depression, anxiety, and other conditions will help those affected by mental…

Mr. Chairman, I thank Mr. Scott for yielding. Mr. Chair, I rise in support of H.R. 987. I am proud that we are about to follow through on key campaign promises: lowering drug costs by removing barriers to generic drugs coming to market…

Madam Speaker, this week, my community and communities across our Nation are paying tribute to law enforcement officers who made the ultimate sacrifices in our defense. National Police Week is a moment to reflect on those sacrifices and…

Mr. President, I rise today to discuss the Senate's failure to meet its constitutional obligation and conduct effective oversight of what seems to me and many others to be this administration's inexorable march toward war with Iran. This…