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Doris Okada Matsui is a member of the United States House of Representatives, representing California's 6th congressional district since January 4, 2005. A member of the Democratic Party, she has focused on issues such as healthcare, education, and environmental protection throughout her tenure. Matsui has been an advocate for technology and innovation, particularly in relation to the Sacramento region's economy.
the power grab Senate Republicans are about to take is not about seven judges; it is about clearing the way for a Supreme Court nominee who only needs 51 votes instead of 60 votes. Senate Republicans do not want a David Souter, an Anthony…
I rise today in tribute to Shirley Queja, a dear friend and undeniably one of the most dependable and dedicated individuals on Capitol Hill. Shirley is retiring after 27 years of service to the Congress--first for Senator Spark Matsunaga…
I yield 7 minutes to the gentlewoman from New York (Ms. Velazquez). (Ms. VELAZQUEZ asked and was given permission to revise and extend her remarks.)
we actually had quite a week last week. The 9/11 conference came back with a bipartisan solution with the two Senators and obviously the two House Members, both Democrats and Republicans agreeing; and it was not brought to the floor…
I have to say that, first, I think all of us acknowledge, particularly with what has been going on today in the Middle East, and Iraq in particular, that the whole issue of Israel's importance to the United States could not be more clear…
this resolution affirms Congress's bipartisan support for the principles outlined by President Bush and Prime Minister Sharon regarding Israel's proposed disengagement plan. Congressional support for the disengagement from Gaza and removal…
today I rise to protest what I consider to be one of the most egregious examples of the reckless fiscal policies that are being pursued relentlessly by those on the other side of the aisle. Today, the majority has decided to distort the…
we commemorate Asian and Pacific American (APA) Heritage Month to acknowledge the tremendous achievements of Asian and Pacific Americans and honor their contributions to our families, communities and our nation. The Asian and Pacific…
the Republican budget being debated today shortchanges California and shortchanges America. It is fiscally irresponsible, fails to address the tremendous challenges facing America today, and fails to invest in America's future. Rather than…
As the war in Iraq continues, our military personnel, veterans and their families face a myriad of hardships. Our troops in Iraq have lacked adequate body armor and armored vehicles to keep them safe. Their families have to scrape by…
Today, we have before us the Social Security Protection Act. This legislation was developed over several years in conjunction with the Social Security Administration, its Inspector General, beneficiary representatives and others. The bill…
I would just like to make an observation. I would not have so many problems with this were it not for the fact that there are many other loopholes that have actually been passed through this House over the last few years. For example, if a…
in October 2002, I voted against the war in Iraq because there were other viable options the Bush Administration should have pursued before sending our troops into harm's way. The Administration then moved too hastily in invading Iraq…
This act is one that has been overdue. I am very, very pleased that the President has not opposed this and has given us the liberty now to bring this before the floor. This is a piece of legislation that should have been passed 25 years…
It is really unfortunate what is going on here. My colleague on the Democratic side of the aisle, his reputation is being besmirched in order to avoid the real issue, and I think it is really outrageous that the gentleman from Louisiana is…
I have to first of all say that I am extremely disappointed that my colleagues on the other side of the aisle have put this bill before us. It is a shame because if they would have thought through the matter better and instead of bringing…
Mr. Speaker, it is kind of astonishing 2 years after Enron and WorldCom we are finally, again, taking up a bill that presumably is supposed to deal with the particular issues that Enron and WorldCom raise. Unfortunately, I do not think the…
This bill will not help the average American, this will not help individuals who have 401(k) plans, and it definitely will not help the baby boom population that is about to retire now and who has inadequate funds for their income…
it allows them to do this, but with a potential conflict of interest, obviously the disclosure conflict of interest, but the problem is that the employer is held harmless from liability. That is what the problem with the bill is.
This is a good bill. I want to commend the gentleman from the State of Florida, the Chair of the subcommittee. We put together a bipartisan bill. Obviously with the Social Security Administration, with the beneficiary groups and certainly…
I appreciate the Chair of the subcommittee on Social Security of the Committee on Ways and Means, his discussion. I just want to point out, the President had said during the campaign of 2000 that he wanted to reform Social Security. He…
we were to take up a bill today, which was H.R. 878, and the bill would have basically provided tax relief for our young men and women who are in the armed services, particularly those in the Persian Gulf at this time, 240,000 of them. It…
Mr. Speaker, these tax breaks would provide for foreigners who place bets outside the United States on horse races a tax break. It would provide special tax breaks for the blend of diesel fuel and water. It will provide a special tax break…
the United States is both blessed and burdened with enormous power. We have a responsibility to our constituents, to our country, and to the world, to ensure that the United States wields this power wisely. That's why I rise today in…
This is not a theoretical debate. The whole issue of Social Security privatization is a real discussion, something that really will, in fact, occur in 2003. The gentleman from Virginia (Mr. Tom Davis), the Chair of the Republican Campaign…
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