We need to stand by our allies and oppose Iran. This amendment is not helpful. I encourage all of our colleagues to vote ``no'' on this amendment. I yield back the balance of my time. The Acting CHAIR. The question is on the amendment…
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.
The Army identified a $75.6 million unfunded requirement for the future vertical lift program, and this amendment helps to address that by adding an additional $9 million, as the chairman brought out, to this program. Madam Chair, this is…
I thank the gentleman for yielding. I am not in opposition to the gentleman's amendment, I just find it unnecessary. There is robust funding in the bill for this activity to fight encroachment on our military bases, and that is really kind…
Just 5 months ago, the Department of Defense completed a public assessment titled ``Report on Effects of a Changing Climate to the Department of Defense.'' The report accompanying the bill includes further directive language regarding…
May I ask the Chair how much time is remaining? The Acting CHAIR. The gentleman from Indiana has 2 minutes remaining.
This amendment risks undermining the readiness of our military at a time when we can least afford it. It does so by prohibiting the implementation of a careful and thoughtful policy developed by a panel of military experts last year…
I claim the time in opposition, although I support the amendment. The Acting CHAIR. Without objection, the gentleman from California is recognized for 5 minutes. There was no objection.
I claim the time in opposition to the amendment. The Acting CHAIR. The gentleman from California is recognized for 5 minutes.
I thank Ranking Member Granger and Chairwoman Lowey both for their leadership and expertise throughout this process. I also acknowledge the work of Chairman Visclosky. Mr. Chair, I am grateful for Mr. Visclosky's dedication to our U.S…
I thank the ranking member for yielding. Mr. Speaker, I rise in support of H.R. 2030, the Colorado River Drought Contingency Plan Authorization Act. The Colorado River is a critical source of water for approximately 19 million people in…
In its current form, yes. The SPEAKER pro tempore. The Clerk will report the motion to recommit. The Clerk read as follows: Mr. Calvert moves to recommit the bill H.R. 266 to the Committee on Appropriations with instructions to report the…
The bill under consideration has $21 million less for a major House priority than what was included in the fiscal year 2019 Interior and Environment bill passed in the last Congress. I am talking about doing more to prevent and stop…





