May 22, 2017
This program has been proven successful so far, and I can see no reason to not continue this program and uphold the government's responsibility to Indian Country.
Norma Torres
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Norma Judith Torres is a U.S. Representative for California's 35th congressional district, having served since January 13, 2014. A member of the Democratic Party, she has a strong background in public service and community activism. Torres has focused on issues such as healthcare, education, and economic development throughout her tenure in Congress. She has been an advocate for immigrant rights and has worked to address the needs of her constituents in the diverse communities of her district.
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May 22, 2017
The Cobell Land Buy-Back Program was created to strengthen tribal sovereignty and self-determination.
May 17, 2017
Projected U.S. global health funding for 2017 is an estimated $9.5 billion, all of which is subject to President Trump's Global Gag Rule.
May 17, 2017
U.S. engagement in Africa is in our national interest and I very much agree with you on that.
May 17, 2017
Mr. Speaker, I rise in strong support of H. Res. 145, expressing the support of the House of Representatives for the fight against corruption in Central America. In too many Central American countries, it has become common practice for…
May 16, 2017
The original people of those communities or of those countries are often relocated, rivers are blocked or they are dammed.
May 16, 2017
People are dying in Venezuela. They are dying in the streets because of lack of access to medicine and food.
May 2, 2017
Mr. Speaker, I thank Congresswoman Frankel and Congresswoman Jackie Speier of the Democratic Women's Working Group for hosting tonight's Special Order and for their constant advocacy on behalf of the victims of the Marines United scandal…
Apr 26, 2017
Mr. Speaker, it looks like Congress has avoided another government shutdown for now. We will probably pass another short-term spending bill or two before this latest stopgap bill runs out, threatening to bring us to the brink once again…
Apr 25, 2017
Mr. Speaker, our children are this Nation's greatest asset. Our future is in their hands. We have to make sure that they have the tools they need to lead our country and tackle whatever challenges the future holds. This is why I was…
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