Mike Garcia: “But, not for the purposes of representation, either at the State level assemblies or in the House of Representatives…”

Mr. Speaker, I strongly oppose this bill, which would overrule rules implemented by D.C.'s elected leaders on when Metropolitan Police officers should pursue a fleeing car. Our debate here is a perfect example of why D.C. needs self-rule…

I would encourage you to look at my RAISE Act, which takes the starting salary of an E1 from $22,000 and brings it up to $31,000.

Mr. Speaker, I thank first the entire Minnesota delegation, in particular Congresswoman Morrison for introducing this important resolution. This is obviously a very sad time across our country, and of course our hearts and our prayers go…

We passed, out of HAC-D, a bill that took the starting salary for an E-1 from $22,000 to $31,000, which is the equivalent of $15 per hour.