On the recordFebruary 2, 2017
It is good to be back on the floor. We have had a productive week so far. Things are moving along. We are doing exactly what we promised the American people, and that is removing regulatory burden, that is beginning to move toward an economy that looks after the needs of our communities--our moms, dads, aunts, uncles, and grandkids. They come together to know we are working toward a common goal, and that is looking ahead and making sure that what we do is in the best interests of our neighbors and our communities. Today, I want to continue in what we started, Mr. Speaker, just a week or so ago. We are introducing the folks that the country has sent from our side to be Members here, to join myself and others, to take this fight from the majority not only from their streets in the campaigns, but now onto the floor of the House. So this afternoon, we are going to start off with one of our new Members from New York's 19th Congressional District, John Faso. I found out as I was looking through his background that John comes from the same hometown as President Martin Van Buren and also our former colleague Chris Gibson, who was here for a while.…





