Jul 8, 2015
I thank the ranking member. Mr. Chairman, I rise in opposition to the underlying legislation and to the Salmon amendment. Once again, we are considering legislation that does nothing to improve equity in our public education system…
Raúl Grijalva
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Raúl Manuel Grijalva is an American politician serving as the U.S. Representative for Arizona's 3rd congressional district since 2003. A member of the Democratic Party, Grijalva has been an advocate for environmental protection, education, and healthcare reform throughout his tenure in Congress. He has played a significant role in various legislative initiatives, particularly those aimed at addressing climate change and promoting social justice.
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Jul 7, 2015
Mr. Chairman, I yield such time as she may consume to the gentlewoman from Minnesota (Ms. McCollum). Ms. McCOLLUM. I thank the gentleman. Mr. Chairman, I rise in support of the gentleman's amendment. The gentleman's amendment will ensure…
Jul 7, 2015
Mr. Chairman, this amendment would place uncalled-for restrictions and undercut any President from using their authority under the Antiquities Act to establish a national monument, an authority, I should add, that has been available to…
Jul 7, 2015
Mr. Chair, I rise in opposition to the amendment. The Acting CHAIR. The gentleman from Arizona is recognized for 5 minutes.
Jul 7, 2015
Mr. Chairman, I demand a recorded vote. The Acting CHAIR. Pursuant to clause 6 of rule XVIII, further proceedings on the amendment offered by the gentleman from Arizona will be postponed. Amendment Offered by Mr. Smith of Texas
Jul 7, 2015
I yield back the balance of my time. The Acting CHAIR. The question is on the amendment offered by the gentleman from Arizona (Mr. Grijalva). The question was taken; and the Acting Chair announced that the noes appeared to have it.
Jul 7, 2015
Mr. Chairman, I yield the balance of my time to the gentlewoman from Minnesota (Ms. McCollum). Ms. McCOLLUM. Mr. Chairman, if we are going to stop the slaughter of African elephants, we need to stop the illegal trade in ivory. This rider…
Jul 7, 2015
Mr. Chairman, at the inception of the debate and discussion regarding this appropriations bill, I indicated I would offer an amendment to prevent language in the bill from driving the extinction of the African elephants. I expect the…
Jul 7, 2015
Mr. Chairman, my amendment would ensure that cultural and sacred sites of Indian and Alaska Native tribes are protected by mandating that none of the funds in this bill can be used in contravention of Executive Order 13007. Executive Order…
Jul 7, 2015
Mr. Chair, I have an amendment at the desk. The Acting CHAIR. The Clerk will report the amendment. The Clerk read as follows: At the end of the bill (before the short title), insert the following: limitation on use of funds with respect to…
Jul 7, 2015
Madam Chair, I demand a recorded vote. The Acting CHAIR. Pursuant to clause 6 of rule XVIII, further proceedings on the amendment offered by the gentleman from Arizona will be postponed. The Clerk will read. The Clerk read as follows…
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