Oct 9, 2013
To say that I am disturbed by these accounts and by the multiple reports we hear every day about the skyrocketing use of prescription painkillers - particularly opioids - to treat veterans in pain would be a major understatement.
Julia Brownley
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Julia Brownley is a member of the United States House of Representatives, representing California's 26th congressional district since January 3, 2013. A member of the Democratic Party, she has focused on issues such as women's health, reproductive rights, and immigration reform throughout her tenure. Brownley has been an advocate for Planned Parenthood, emphasizing the importance of access to reproductive health care for women across the country. Additionally, she has spoken out against aggressive immigration enforcement tactics, describing them as a campaign of cruelty.
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Oct 9, 2013
It is critical for VA to take responsibility for its failures and rise to the challenge to change and take immediate action to adopt effective pain management policies, protocols, and practices.
Oct 9, 2013
I think in today's hearing I leave compelled that the system appears to be broken.
Oct 9, 2013
What happens in the VA when we know a patient is now an addict to their drug?
Oct 8, 2013
I request to be heard on the point of order. The SPEAKER pro tempore. The gentlewoman from California is recognized on the point of order.
Oct 8, 2013
This is the final amendment to H.R. 3273. If adopted, the bill will immediately proceed to final passage, as amended. My amendment is a simple, straightforward improvement that I believe both sides can agree is absolutely necessary, and it…
Oct 8, 2013
Doesn't the bill before us set up a commission to examine deficit reduction? My motion to recommit would open up the entire Federal Government so that our taxpayers can receive the benefits they have already paid for. The recommit deals…
Oct 8, 2013
On that I demand the yeas and nays. The yeas and nays were ordered. The SPEAKER pro tempore. Pursuant to clause 8 and clause 9 of rule XX, this 15-minute vote on the motion to table will be followed by 5- minute votes on passage of the…
Oct 4, 2013
I remain appalled by the gimmicks that the House continues today. The majority claims that the bills before us will fund WIC and FEMA programs. But let's be clear. The only way these programs will be funded is by ending this irresponsible…
Oct 2, 2013
Instead of working with Democrats and Republicans to find a bipartisan budget solution, Monday night the Speaker made the reckless and irresponsible decision to shut down the government. This did not have to happen. There is bipartisan…
Sep 27, 2013
Today, I want to express my support for the Department of Veterans Affairs Expiring Authorities Act of 2013. This legislation includes the reauthorization of several fundamental programs that serve some of our most vulnerable veterans who…
Sep 19, 2013
Over 68,000 Ventura County residents in my district rely on SNAP benefits to make ends meet and put food on the table. More than half of those 68,000 people are children. The bill before us today won't create jobs or improve our economy…
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