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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.
Mr. Speaker, last week on this floor, I told a story of a 911 call that I took where an 11-year-old girl was murdered at the hands of her uncle. Her name was Yajaira. Today I want to tell you about Ethan Esparza. In 2006, when I was mayor…
I understand, you know, that there are technical challenges, but at some point we need you to deliver on what Congress has asked you to do.
Mr. Speaker, I urge a ``no'' vote on this. Allow the people in the United States to be able to access an ambulance, a police officer, or a firefighter for free. The poorest of the poor are depending on you to vote ``no'' on this bill.
Mr. Speaker, I was a 911 dispatcher for 17\1/2\ years in Los Angeles. It used to be that, when we had land lines, you didn't have to be a subscriber to telephone service to be able to dial 911 for police emergencies, fire emergencies, or…
Mr. Speaker, the bill we are considering today is a key step to finalizing the transfer of local control of the Ontario International Airport, a transfer which, after lengthy negotiations, was finally agreed to by all parties last year…
Mr. Chairman, I yield 1 minute to the gentleman from Florida (Mr. Grayson). {time} 1745
Mr. Chairman, how much time do I have remaining? The Acting CHAIR. The gentlewoman has 1\1/2\ minutes remaining.
Mr. Chairman, someone living in Puerto Rico needs to make $9.25 an hour to afford a one-bedroom apartment. If the wage is lowered to $4.25, not even two earners could afford to live there. Mr. Chairman, there is no question that Puerto…
Mr. Chairman, I demand a recorded vote. A recorded vote was ordered. The vote was taken by electronic device, and there were--ayes 196, noes 225, not voting 13, as follows: [Roll No. 287] AYES--196 Adams Aguilar Ashford Bass Beatty Becerra…
Mr. Chairman, I have an amendment at the desk. The Acting CHAIR. The Clerk will designate the amendment. The text of the amendment is as follows: Strike section 403 (and redesignate succeeding sections and conform the table of contents…
Mr. Chairman, I yield myself such time as I may consume. Mr. Chairman, the bill, as it is currently written, allows the minimum wage for workers 25 years and under to be lowered to abysmal $4.25 for 4 years for as long as the oversight…
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