Lucille Roybal-Allard

It is disappointing that, once again, Republican leaders have failed to complete the appropriations process on time, and decided that critical government funding decisions can be delayed until December. While I will vote for tonight's…

This November, voters across our country are faced with the likely prospect of heading to the polls without the full protections of the Voting Rights Act. Signed into law in 1965 by President Lyndon Johnson, the Voting Rights Act broke…

If a business pollutes, then it is the responsibility of that business, not the taxpayer, to pay for the cleanup. It is that simple and it is morally right and fair. I represent Vernon, California, where a lead-acid battery recycling…

In closing, I just want to associate myself with the Ranking Member's statement about the value and the importance of year-round Pell Grants.

It looks like the FDA will soon approve a petition to allow this fortification, and hopefully it will result in a significant decrease in spina bifida and anencephaly in our communities.

I would again urge that the administration prioritize proven programs that are badly needed, as opposed to unauthorized, unattested proposals.

Lead poisoning lowers IQs, limiting the opportunity for children to reach their full potential.

the President's budget does not reflect a dedicated effort to meet our Federal obligation to special education

Many experts in the public health community believe that Flint and Exide may represent the tip of an iceberg.

the President's budget proposes to fund this program at barely $500 million, which is less than one-third of its authorized funding level

I was absent due to illness and was not present for roll call votes on Thursday, March 3, 2016. Had I been present, I would have voted in this manner: Rollcall Vote No. 106--Ordering the Previous Question on H. Res. 635--the rule providing…

I am deeply concerned about these proposed cuts and the signal it sends to State and local jurisdictions.

What I am suggesting is that the current process fails to ensure due process to those seeking asylum--especially children.

I continue to have serious concerns about how ICE is carrying out its immigration enforcement activities and detention operations.

These individuals are not criminals. Even a final order of removal doesn't mean they don't deserve to be treated humanely and with respect.

I and many of my colleagues have been concerned about ICE enforcement actions targeting families.

I hear a lot of anxiety about that, because the impression is that our borders are fairly open and that they are unprotected.

Do you believe that the government has at least an obligation to respect the detainee's request to speak to a lawyer?

the lack of proper operations and maintenance funding for flood control infrastructure in the greater Los Angeles area poses a significant threat to lives and property in the region.

I was unavoidably detained and was not present for one rollcall vote on Wednesday, January 13, 2016. Had I been present, I would have voted in this manner: Rollcall Vote Number 44--H.R. 3662--``no.'' personal explanation

As the ranking member of the Appropriations Subcommittee on Homeland Security, I can attest that Division F of the bill before us today, which provides funds for the Department of Homeland Security, is the result of careful consideration…

I would like to focus on child poverty. Before I do, I would like to commend my colleague, Congresswoman Barbara Lee, for her long and steadfast commitment to addressing the crisis of child poverty in our Nation. According to the 2015…

I stand in opposition to H.R. 692, the so-called Default Prevention Act. Raising the national debt limit is a basic responsibility of government which ensures America will be able to pay its bills. If we do not raise the debt limit, our…

I was unavoidably detained and was not present for one roll call vote on Friday, September 25, 2015. Had I been present, I would have voted in this manner: Rollcall vote No. 509--Grijalva amendment--``yes.'' Personal Explanation Mr…

The recent killing of Kathryn Steinle in San Francisco is a tragedy, and my thoughts are with her family during this very difficult time. Unfortunately, the Majority has chosen to politicize this tragedy by bringing this misguided and…