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Ileana Ros-Lehtinen is a former U.S. Representative who served Florida's 18th congressional district from 1989 to 2019. A member of the Republican Party, she was the first Hispanic woman elected to the U.S. Congress. Throughout her tenure, Ros-Lehtinen was known for her strong advocacy on issues related to Cuba, human rights, and foreign policy. She played a significant role in promoting legislation aimed at supporting democracy and human rights in Cuba, often speaking out against the Castro regime.
Mr. Speaker, I rise today to raise awareness about the grave atrocities committed by Kermit Gosnell against innocent lives at his Philadelphia abortion clinic. Witnesses called the clinic a ``house of horrors'' and described a procedure…
I would like to thank the co-chairs of the Congressional Taiwan Caucus, Albio Sires, Mario Diaz-Balart, Gerry Connolly, and John Carter, for fully supporting and cosponsoring this important legislation.
the Taiwan Relations Act has been to the relation between our two Nations, the cornerstone of our policy, and Taiwan continues to be such an essential ally of the United States.
Madam Speaker, the case for tax reform was never made more clear when Americans recently struggled to fill out their increasingly complicated income tax forms. What we really need now is Tax Code Liberation Day. Our convoluted Tax Code has…
Madam Speaker, I ask unanimous consent that it may be in order at any time on Wednesday, May 8, 2013, for the Speaker to declare a recess, subject to the call of the Chair, for the purpose of receiving in Joint Meeting Her Excellency Park…
I particularly want to compliment you on the work that is being done to reform our food aid, the whole USAID Forward.
I have consistently been supportive of making common sense improvements in our export control system as long as it enhances our national security and proper procedures are in place to avoid our sensitive technologies from falling into the…
Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize the tireless efforts of the Women's Fund of Miami-Dade, a nonprofit organization based in the district I so proudly represent. Over the last 20 years, this inspiring organization has been committed to…
Mr. Speaker, I stand today to call attention to the devastating impact that harassment and bullying have on LGBT students around our country. Bullying affects LGBT teens every day in emotional, psychological, and physical ways, and can…
Due to this proposed cut, civil society leaders may not be able to advance their democratic cause.
The U.S. must not, therefore, recognize these election results until a full and transparent recount and audit are conducted.
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