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Jeff Denham

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Jeff Denham is a former Republican member of the United States House of Representatives, representing California's 10th congressional district from 2013 to 2019. He previously served in the California State Senate and the California State Assembly. Denham is known for his work on issues related to agriculture, veterans, and immigration reform. During his time in Congress, he was involved in various legislative efforts, including efforts to address the drought in California and to support military families.

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May 18, 2012

Mr. Speaker, as chair on the Committee on Economic Development, Emergency Management and Public Buildings, we recently passed a bill to sell off 200 acres in Tracy at fair market value. This is one property amongst many. Recently, the…

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May 9, 2012

Mr. Chair, the amendment that I'm offering is intended to fortify the underlying appropriations bill. Under the bill, the National Marine Fisheries Service and this amendment seek to ensure that funding doesn't have a detrimental impact on…

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May 9, 2012

Thank you, Mr. Chair. As I was saying, the GAO identified three different reasons: GSA continues to build courthouses bigger than what Congress authorizes. Congress authorizes one thing, but then GSA goes out and builds not only something…

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May 9, 2012

It is the new amendment that is at the desk that corrects the printed amendment. The Acting CHAIR. That is the amendment that was reported by the Clerk. The gentleman may proceed.

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May 9, 2012

Mr. Chairman, this is a very simple amendment. This simply just prevents the funds from being used to divert vital resources to an unneeded Federal courthouse in Los Angeles. I have the distinct privilege of chairing the Subcommittee on…

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May 9, 2012

Mr. Chair, I have an amendment at the desk, amendment No. 27. 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: Sec. __. None of the…

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May 9, 2012

Thank you for yielding. As my friend from California completely understands, we can't reintroduce salmon in an area that isn't inhabitable by salmon. It's just not only a waste of money, but it's going to kill the endangered species. Why…

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May 9, 2012

I have an amendment at the desk. The Acting CHAIR. The Clerk will designate the amendment. The text of the amendment is as follows: At the end of the bill, before the short title, insert the following: Sec. __. None of the funds made…

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May 7, 2012

Mr. Speaker, I move to suspend the rules and agree to the concurrent resolution (H. Con. Res. 117) authorizing the use of the Capitol Grounds for the National Peace Officers' Memorial Service. The Clerk read the title of the concurrent…

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May 7, 2012

Mr. Speaker, I rise today in support of S. 1302, a bill to convey a parcel of land in the city of Tracy. S. 1302 is commonsense legislation that will be a win for the Federal taxpayer, the local community, and private enterprise. Simply…

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May 7, 2012

Mr. Speaker, I yield back the balance of my time. The SPEAKER pro tempore. The question is on the motion offered by the gentleman from California (Mr. Denham) that the House suspend the rules and agree to the concurrent resolution, H. Con…

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May 7, 2012

Mr. Speaker, I yield myself such time as I may consume. H. Con. Res. 118 would authorize the use of the Capitol Grounds for the District of Columbia Special Olympics Law Enforcement Torch Run that will be held on June 1, 2012. As in years…

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