
Had I been present, I would have voted ``yea'' on rollcall No. 286 and ``yea'' on rollcall No. 288. members recorded pursuant to house resolution 8, 117th congress Allred (Takano) Bonamici (Manning) Bourdeaux (Correa) Bush (Takano) Carter…
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Had I been present, I would have voted ``yea'' on rollcall No. 286 and ``yea'' on rollcall No. 288. members recorded pursuant to house resolution 8, 117th congress Allred (Takano) Bonamici (Manning) Bourdeaux (Correa) Bush (Takano) Carter…

Reducing greenhouse gas emissions is essential to mitigating the effects of climate change.

Promoting respect for human rights and democracy are also indispensable elements of our foreign policy that advance our strategic interests.

I claim the time in opposition to the amendment. The SPEAKER pro tempore. The gentleman from New Jersey is recognized for 5 minutes.

I understand the U.S. Government continues to have serious concerns about the human rights and labor rights of Cuban workers in labor export programs, including medical workers.

I have long championed recognition of the Armenian genocide. It is important that we recognize this history not only when it is easy, but when it is hard.

I think this is a long-term rebuilding process.

Uruguay continues to serve as a global model of democracy and has spoken out against autocratic leaders that threaten freedom and democratic stability.

I agree with the Secretary's decision to lift defense trade restrictions on the Republic of Cyprus (ROC) for FY 2023.

Since Viktor Orban's rise to power over a decade ago, the Hungarian Government has rolled back a lot of democratic norms.

I must say that for many years we had a Congressman Brown on the committee who contributed a lot, particularly on healthcare issues. He chaired the Health Subcommittee. So it is an honor to hear from Ms. Brown of Ohio. We have another…

The United States remains clear that the status quo is unacceptable.

Economic opportunity is really the foundation of security very often.

I believe that a strong and independent ASEAN is essential to the regional architecture of the Indo-Pacific.

As I understand it, our policy objective has been to work with the transition government to get Mali back on the path to democracy.

If confirmed, I look forward to frequent interactions with MONUSCO leadership and close coordination with USUN as plans for the Mission's transition move forward.

Having an ambassador in place to advance values and interests in El Salvador and continue our support for the Salvadoran people will be critical.

Nicaragua is on the path to becoming a totalitarian dictatorship.