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Ken Calvert

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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.

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Jul 22, 2021

I thank the gentleman for yielding me time. I want to say we are all going to miss Jerry. It was a privilege to serve with him, and Godspeed, Jerry.

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Dec 10, 2020

I was unfortunately prevented from traveling and unable to make votes on December 10, 2020. Had I been present, I would have voted in favor of S. 906 and H.R. 5040. Personal Explanation

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Jul 30, 2020

I have no objection to this en bloc amendment. I yield 1 minute to the gentleman from Ohio (Mr. Balderson).

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Jul 30, 2020

On that I demand the yeas and nays. The SPEAKER pro tempore. Pursuant to section 3 of House Resolution 965, the yeas and nays are ordered. Pursuant to clause 8 of rule XX, further proceedings on this question are postponed. Amendment No…

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Jul 30, 2020

I have no further speakers. I support the en bloc amendment, and I urge a ``yes'' vote. Madam Speaker, I yield back the balance of my time.

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Jul 30, 2020

And I rise in opposition to the Democratic en bloc amendment. Mr. Speaker, while there may certainly be valid adjustments reflecting important priorities, there are also political statements that have no place in the Defense appropriations…

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Jul 30, 2020

I have no additional speakers, I urge a ``yes'' vote, and I yield back the balance of my time.

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Jul 30, 2020

Serving in the United States military is an honor, and we should be thanking the thousands of young people who choose to join the military to defend this great Nation. The assertion that joining the military is a bad thing for low-income…

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Dec 18, 2019

My friends on the other side of the aisle have been clamoring for this day since President Trump was elected. The refusal to accept the election results and, later, the findings of the Mueller investigation have brought forth Articles of…

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Dec 17, 2019

I thank the gentlewoman for yielding. Madam Speaker, the ranking member of the Appropriations Committee has done a tremendous job navigating all these bills through a very difficult negotiation in such a short timeframe. Her steady…

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Oct 23, 2019

I thank the gentleman for yielding. The bill under consideration is an attempt to protect our elections from foreign interference. That is a goal that I certainly share, and I think all of us share. In fact, I tried to offer an amendment…

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Sep 19, 2019

I thank the ranking member and chairwoman for their good work. I rise today in support of the continuing resolution. Like many of my colleagues, we are hopeful that, once we had a budget deal, we would move to conference and the…

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