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Aaron Paul Bean is an American politician serving as a member of the United States House of Representatives from Florida's 4th congressional district. A member of the Republican Party, he has been in office since January 3, 2023. Bean has focused on various issues during his tenure, including economic development and public safety. He has been active in promoting legislation that aligns with his party's values and priorities.
The secret is out. People have discovered the beauty of Amelia Island and Nassau County. I rise today to recognize National Travel and Tourism Week in my neck of the woods, in Nassau County, Florida. I want to congratulate and celebrate…
I thank Chair Foxx for yielding time. Mr. Chairman, should the Jacksonville Jaguars play against a peewee football team? That would be ridiculous. Should the minor league Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp play against a Little League team? That…
Dr. Foxx, thank you so much. You are doing such a great job as chairman of Education and the Workforce. Thank you for the opportunity to serve on that committee. Thank you for highlighting the decades-long campaign that has manifested into…
Our Nation's higher education system is being purchased and manipulated by the Chinese Communist Party. Tonight, you have heard from various members of a fantastic committee and other Members, led by Dr. Virginia Foxx, shining the light on…
Our Nation's higher education system is being purchased and manipulated by the Chinese Communist Party. You have heard from various Members giving you details of how it is done, but we need somebody who can give us the big picture. We need…
I thank the gentleman. Mr. Speaker, our Nation's higher education system is being purchased and manipulated by the Chinese Communist Party. You have heard about it and we keep hearing about it. China can't keep up with our Nation's…
I thank the gentleman from California (Mr. Kiley). Mr. Speaker, for those just tuning in, China is manipulating and trying to peddle influence among our higher universities, and Members are standing up and saying enough. A few weeks ago…
It is an honor to stand before you and lead this Special Order tonight. I have a message. That message is our Nation's higher education system is being purchased and manipulated by the Chinese Communist Party. America needs a wake-up call…
Why is school choice spreading like wildfire? Simply put, parents are demanding it.
Today I rise to honor the life and memory of Commissioner Dale Dees from my hometown of Fernandina Beach, Florida. Mr. Dees reminds me of an Alan Jackson country song, ``Small Town Southern Man.'' He was always proud of what he had, and he…
The question is: Is America's economy on the right track? Eighty percent of Americans believe we are headed in the wrong direction. In just 2 years, we have gone from being the world's leading energy exporter to a dependent energy…
Should parents have the right to be involved in their child's education? That is the question before us. Seventy-two percent of Americans have answered ``yes'' to that question. Parents should be and want to be involved in their child's…
Considering the global pandemic, supply chain disruptions, historic inflation, and overall costs increases in material pricing from steel to the hiring and retaining a skilled workforce, it appears the Vessel Construction Manager (VCM)…
Over the weekend, I had the chance to visit the southern border for the very first time. It was truly educational. I thank the people of southeast Texas who showed me the true impact of what it means to have an open border. President Biden…
He is at it again. President Biden's war on America's energy continues. It started on day one with the cancellation of the Keystone XL pipeline, and 2 years later, this administration is pushing environmental, social, and governance, or…
I have breaking news: The pandemic has ended. It seems that everyone knows the pandemic is over, except the White House. Despite the fact that the President said in an interview last September on ``60 Minutes'' the pandemic has ended, the…
I wish a very good morning to you and to the House of Representatives. I am Aaron Bean. I am one of the new guys. Aside from a motion to adjourn earlier this week, this right now is the very first time I am speaking on this floor, and I…
Thank you, Chairman Frank, for all your hard work on this important bill. With access to tier 1 capital, community banks that participate in this program will be able to provide small businesses with the credit they need to grow and hire.
It is also my understanding that you and committee staff have been in discussion with Treasury and regulators since this bill was in our committee about the intent that these investments can be counted as tier 1 capital in a manner…
I strongly support the renewed focus and investment in our Nation's critical rail infrastructure. Yet I continue to have grave concerns about the impacts of freight rail traffic on communities whose road infrastructure was not designed to…
On rollcall No. 430, the Obey amendment, had I been present, I would have voted ``yes.'' The SPEAKER pro tempore. The third portion of the divided question is, Will the House concur in the Senate amendment with House amendment No. 3…
Everyone, from home buyers in our neighborhoods to wizards on Wall Street to regulators in Washington, recognizes that the era of no regulation is over. Status quo doesn't work. It's time to act and protect the American people.
Since the 2008 financial crisis that reduced the values of their homes and savings, our constituents have demanded action and answers. What went wrong and what will Congress do to make sure it doesn't happen again? This bill answers with…
I thank the congressman for his concerns, and I have similar concerns. In my home State of Illinois, we also have institutions that would like to participate but would be unable to because of the asset cap. I know Chairman Frank agrees on…
Woman, I just want to acknowledge Congressman Braley's efforts recognizing the challenges Americans have reading many government documents, particularly lending disclosures, which are very difficult to understand. This amendment is a…
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