Jun 10, 2016
Madam Chair, I have tremendous respect for the gentleman from New Mexico and his concerns for the operation of the Office of Congressional Ethics. However, all that we would be doing here, if his amendment were to pass, is to send a…
Debbie Wasserman Schultz
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Debbie Wasserman Schultz is an American politician serving as the U.S. Representative for Florida's 23rd congressional district since 2005. A member of the Democratic Party, she has held various leadership roles, including serving as the chair of the Democratic National Committee from 2011 to 2016. Throughout her tenure, Wasserman Schultz has focused on issues such as healthcare, education, and women's rights, advocating for policies that aim to improve the lives of her constituents. She has been an outspoken advocate for gun control and has worked on legislation addressing the needs of veterans and military families.
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Jun 10, 2016
Madam Chair, I demand a recorded vote. The Acting CHAIR. Pursuant to clause 6 of rule XVIII, further proceedings on the amendment offered by the gentleman from New Mexico will be postponed. Announcement by the Acting Chair The Acting…
Jun 10, 2016
Mr. Speaker, I rise to join my colleague, Congressman Joaquin Castro, to urge the majority to finally allow the House to strike a destructive political provision that has made its way into the Legislative Branch Appropriations bill. If…
Jun 9, 2016
Mr. Chairman, I rise in opposition. The Acting CHAIR. The gentlewoman from Florida is recognized for 5 minutes.
Jun 9, 2016
I have, and it refers specifically to the term ``illegal alien.'' That is how it is referenced in the United States Code.
Jun 9, 2016
Mr. Chairman, I join the chairman in supporting the gentleman's amendment. This amendment would add approximately 30 lactation rooms to the Capitol complex. Working mothers rely on these rooms--and I can speak from experience--to ensure…
Jun 9, 2016
Mr. Chair, I support my colleague's amendment. The aim of this amendment is to create an office of good jobs for the House within the Office of the Chief Administrative Officer. This office would help ensure that the House makes…
Jun 9, 2016
Mr. Chairman, I yield myself the balance of my time to close. I think it is unfortunate that myself and my colleagues on our side of the aisle don't feel that we can lend our support to this legislation for a variety of reasons. First…
Jun 9, 2016
Mr. Chair, how much time do I have remaining? The CHAIR. The gentlewoman from Florida has 7 minutes remaining.
Jun 9, 2016
Mr. Chair, I yield myself such time as I may consume. What I suggested was that, because the majority realizes that the term ``illegal alien'' is not something that is appropriate to continue to use as a subject heading, if they had…
Jun 9, 2016
Mr. Chairman, I demand a recorded vote. The Acting CHAIR. Pursuant to clause 6 of rule XVIII, further proceedings on the amendment offered by the gentlewoman from Tennessee will be postponed. The Acting CHAIR. It is now in order to…
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