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Susan A. Davis is a former U.S. Representative for California's 53rd congressional district, serving from January 3, 2001, to January 3, 2021. A member of the Democratic Party, Davis focused on a range of issues during her tenure, including education, health care, and women's rights. She was known for her advocacy in promoting policies that support families and children, as well as her efforts to improve access to health care services.
On rollcall Nos. 747, 748, and 749, I was unable to vote. Had I been present I would have voted on 747--``yes,'' on 748--``yes,'' and on 749--``yes.'' Amendment No. 1 Offered by Ms. Schakowsky The Acting CHAIR. The unfinished business is…
The Arlington National Cemetery is a final resting place for those who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to their nation.
I appreciate the fact that you said continuous progress is really dependent on our support.
I am very concerned these stressors will only get worse in the coming months as debate regarding cuts to the Defense Department budget intensifies.
This amendment simply stresses the need to constantly seek ways to improve and find innovative ways to teach our students in the public education system. Given the state of the economy, we need to encourage economic and job growth from…
I have an amendment at the desk. The CHAIR. The Clerk will designate the amendment. The text of the amendment is as follows: Page 3, line 17, redesignate paragraph (1) as paragraph (2), and insert the following: ``(1) improve the United…
The supercommittee begins its work this week with the goal of setting a course for fiscal stability. We absolutely need to reduce the debt and deficit, but we need to do it in a responsible and balanced manner that supports and rebuilds…
Why did the July 2011 Army numbers spike to an all time high? What is being done to mitigate the spike in July from occurring again?
Historically, we've heard about the difficulty in hiring behavioral health and related providers within the Services.
I would like to hear from our witnesses whether those strategies are working. What are your benchmarks for success?
I am pleased that this subcommittee is maintaining its attention on suicides in the military.
Ultimately, it is an individual decision to take one's own life. But we must make sure every opportunity to redirect or change that decision is available before it's too late.
What are the Services doing to reduce the stigma in seeking help for mental health issues, especially suicide?
I think the concern that we would all have, of course, is that the reports that are done on all the suicides that occur within the services are done in a comprehensive manner...
I am pleased that the subcommittee is maintaining its attention on suicides in the military.
Thank you. The majority has been saying how concerned they are about future generations, that we shouldn't be overburdening them with our debt. I wholeheartedly agree. That's why I'm disappointed that, instead of addressing the urgent debt…
I want to bring the debate back to real people, to seniors who've been contacting my office sharing their fears, their concerns over inaction in this Congress over the debt crisis. A widow from San Diego called to ask if she'd get her…
If we are going to remain competitive in the global economy, we must invest in clean energy innovation. San Diego has 767 clean energy companies, and has become an innovation hub, especially in solar power, energy storage and advanced…
On rollcall No. 464, had I been present, I would have voted ``no.'' (By unanimous consent, Mr. Hoyer was allowed to speak out of order.) Commemorating The 20,000th Vote Of The Honorable Norm Dicks
This underlying bill muzzles the Federal watchdog agency now responsible for regulating agriculture, energy, and financial markets while letting speculators run loose. By cutting 44 percent from the President's budget request for the CFTC…
A Nation that values democracy cannot discriminate against an individual because of their sexual orientation. But I must say, Mr. Chairman, that ultimately I do support this bill, and I encourage my colleagues to do the same. I want to…
I join my colleagues on the House Armed Services Committee in support of H.R. 1540, the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2012. As the ranking member of the Military Personnel Subcommittee, I want to recognize Chairman…
If the majority's plan for Medicare ever becomes law, seniors will lose their guaranteed benefit and get a private insurance voucher. Seniors are calling. They are nervous and justified in asking all sorts of questions about the plan, such…
Yes. I think the other thing that we realize, and those of us in San Diego are so aware of our Navy, but all the other agencies that work well together, that's important. And over the years it hasn't always been that way at the level that…
Thank you. I'm delighted to join you, and I want to thank you so much for taking this time today. We know that the events that occurred just a few days ago were really the result of multiple government agencies working together over a…
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