Kathy Castor: “This important legislation aims to help ALL Americans by providing Home Owners Manage Energy Savings (HOMES) rebates.”

I rise to oppose this Republican charade and to stand up for my neighbors back home who deserve quality and affordable health coverage. That includes over half a million of my hardworking neighbors across the Tampa Bay area. Mr. Speaker…

I thank Representative Obernolte for his very thoughtful legislation, along with Representative DelBene. I urge a ``yes'' vote on H.R. 6020, and I yield back the balance of my time.

Tampa International Airport deserves world-class security, rooted in experience and dedication, not instability and uncertainty.

I have heard directly from TPA TSOs [transportation security officers] who have expressed their deep concern and opposition to privatization.