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Katie Porter is an American attorney and politician serving as the U.S. Representative for California's 47th congressional district since January 3, 2019. A member of the Democratic Party, she has gained recognition for her advocacy on consumer protection and accountability in government. Porter is known for her engaging questioning style during congressional hearings, often using visual aids to illustrate her points and hold corporations accountable. She has focused on issues such as healthcare, economic inequality, and the rights of consumers.
I support extending import sanctions against Burma. Import sanctions have been in place for 4 years and, unfortunately, the Burmese military junta has shown no progress in improving its egregious human rights records. The actions of this…
This bill does not matter on its face if our children are not safe. This body, with an amendment that I passed last year, has helped protect 27 million more children across this country by providing for school districts that could not in…
I appreciate many Members of this body that are looking for ways to eliminate waste, fraud and abuse, but I'm extremely disappointed that they've chosen this project. I must say that I'm afraid some of my colleagues haven't really done…
I stand today with the gentleman from California (Mr. Farr) celebrating America, and that's great news. There are a lot of things that challenge us as a country, but there are some great things happening. Mr. Farr and I are cochairmen of…
the Southern Nevada Readiness Center Act conveys land to the Army National Guard for a readiness center that will provide Guardsmen with access to facilities, technology, and equipment needed to ensure proper training and readiness…
invasive animal and plant species know no boundaries. That is why I introduced H.R. 658, the Natural Resource Protection Cooperative Agreement Act. The passage of this legislation today has significance to my district, given the recent…
the Iraq war is the single greatest issue facing the American people today, and we must get the job done. Which is why I rise today in opposition to H. Con. Res. 63. My prayers go out to Nevada's 26 families who have lost loved ones in…
I was unduly delayed for the vote on H. Con. Res. 5, Expressing the Support for the designation and goals of ``Hire a Veteran Week.'' Had I been able to vote, I would have voted ``yea'' on H. Con. Res. 5. The Armed Services provide…
I appreciate this and look forward to working with you and the authorizing committee. Amendment Offered by Mr. Andrews
I thank Mr. Sensenbrenner, the majority leader, Mr. Boehner, Mr. McKeon, and my good friend, Mr. Kirk, who has helped me organize this agenda for the country, and the 50 some cosponsors. Mr. Speaker, we have an epidemic in the United…
the Nevada HIDTA office has done an outstanding job making my State's communities safer. Last year alone, they were successful in removing $12 million worth of narcotic from the streets of Nevada. While the HIDTA office is currently funded…
over 2,400 brave men and women have paid the ultimate sacrifice fighting the War on Terror and the great State of Nevada has lost 19 heroic sons, 9 of which, are in my district. Just last week, on May 5, First Sergeant Carlos N. Saenz of…
in Nevada we faced one of our worst nightmares a few weeks ago. One of our heroes, a law enforcement officer, a Metropolitan Police Department officer, Sergeant Henry Prendes, was shot down and brutally killed. He responded to a domestic…
I thank the chairman and include my statement for the Record: I want to thank the Chairman of the Judiciary Committee, Mr. Sensenbrenner, for bringing this bill to the House today. It is an important bill that will help protect children…
I again appreciate having the opportunity to speak on this resolution today, and my strong feelings that we should recognize her for her many accomplishments. I would ask that my colleagues support this resolution as amended. Mr. Speaker…
on January 31, 2006, a woman of grace and dignity passed from this life to the next. Today, with the passage of House Resolution 655, we honor the life and legacy of Mrs. Coretta Scott King and her contributions as a leader in the Civil…
I am, again, not certain this is time for the debate, but I think we should look at all these groups that would like to be considered. Again, this is not a place for the debate, and I would be happy to have this discussion.
But I believe that the gentleman's point is well taken. Madam Speaker, I reserve the balance of my time.
I would absolutely support a bill that talked about the symbols of Chanukah. Absolutely.
I too share the pain of those families that were impacted by the terrible storms in the Gulf Coast, having been there within 24 hours after the devastating storm, seeing it firsthand and helping those families. But I stand today to talk…
Madam Speaker would like to voice my strong support for S. 252. As a cosponsor of the House-introduced version of this bill, H.R. 542, I am well aware of the positive impact the transfer of this land will have on the University and…
I rise today to honor the 25th anniversary of one of southern Nevada's first Spanish-language publications, the El Mundo. I would also like to recognize the dedication and perseverance of my longtime friend Eddie Escabedo, El Mundo's…
I rise today to oppose the Markey Amendment to H.R. 2419, Energy and Water Development and Related Agencies Appropriations Act for Fiscal Year 2006. This amendment would cut $5.5 million from nuclear reprocessing and $10 million from…
Today is a day of reflection. We reflect on the life and leadership of former President Ronald Wilson Reagan. We remember all that is good in our country, and all our Nation has to offer its people. Ronald Reagan made a significant and…
I would like to address the top five false claims that we have heard today about H.R. 444 with some of the facts. False claim number 5: a reemployment bonus cannot motivate workers to find jobs that do not exist. The truth: as Republicans…
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