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Ken Calvert is a Republican politician serving as the U.S. Representative for California's 42nd congressional district since 1993. Throughout his tenure, he has been involved in various legislative efforts, focusing on issues related to defense, energy, and the environment. Calvert has played a significant role in shaping policies that impact his constituents and the broader national landscape. He has also been active in advocating for military and defense initiatives, reflecting his commitment to national security.
Let's be clear about what critical race theory is. It is a divisive, leftwing intellectual construct that advances the notion that racism is systematic in our country's institutions. It advocates for race-based solutions and rejects equal…
I claim time in opposition. The Acting CHAIR (Mr. Van Orden). The gentleman from California is recognized for 5 minutes.
I reserve the balance of my time. Ms. McCOLLUM. Mr. Chair, I yield back the balance of my time.
To my friend, we fund resilience in this bill. What we don't fund is electrifying Bradleys and tanks, which makes no sense. Mr. Chair, I reserve the balance of my time. Ms. McCOLLUM. Mr. Chair, I am prepared to close as we have no further…
These are noncontroversial amendments supported by both sides. Mr. Chair, I reserve the balance of my time. Ms. McCOLLUM. Mr. Chair, I support this amendment. It contains a series of bipartisan amendments in support of Member priorities on…
I claim time in opposition. The Acting CHAIR. The gentleman from California is recognized for 5 minutes.
I thank Chairman Mike Rogers for his leadership and for including language to improve the safety of U.S. servicemembers in the NDAA. My provision would establish new Joint Safety Council requirements for each military branch to develop a…
It is my privilege and honor to welcome now-Representative Connie Conway as the newest Member of the U.S. House of Representatives. Congresswoman Conway is a proud, lifelong resident of California's San Joaquin Valley. She has dedicated…
I thank the gentlewoman for yielding. I rise today in strong support of this omnibus appropriations package. As the ranking member of the Defense Appropriations Subcommittee, I will outline why America's position in the world depends on…
As the world watches, we must send the message that this Congress stands ready to strengthen its military, to stand by its allies, and continue to make the world a safer and more prosperous place. Ms. DeLAURO. Mr. Speaker, I yield 1 minute…
I thank the gentleman for yielding. Madam Speaker, I rise to honor Tristan Krogius, father of our former House colleague, Mimi Walters. Tris passed away peacefully on December 30, 2021. He was born in Tammerfors, Finland, and emigrated to…
I reserve the balance of my time. Ms. DeLAURO. Madam Speaker, I yield 1 minute to the gentleman from Maryland (Mr. Hoyer), the majority leader of the House of Representatives. The SPEAKER pro tempore. The gentlewoman from Connecticut has…
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